Vestfold Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vestfold, Norway in August.

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Sandefjord Tønsberg Larvik Tjøme

Thinking about venturing to Vestfold, Norway this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Vestfold in August

Vestfold, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Vestfold generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Sandefjord.

To explore the conditions in Vestfold, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Horten with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Holmestrand with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Sandefjord gets approximately 210 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Vestfold in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Vestfold.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Vestfold

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Vestfold, Norway?

Temperature range in Vestfold (August)

Precipitation variation in Vestfold (August)

Sandefjord

In August Sandefjord generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Sandefjord →

Tønsberg

In August Tønsberg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Tønsberg →

Larvik

In August Larvik generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Larvik →

Tjøme

In August Tjøme generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Tjøme →

Holmestrand

In August Holmestrand generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Holmestrand →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vestfold, in Norway.

In our records: Norway August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Norway in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Norway reached 35°C (95°F) in Geilo on August 2, 1982.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Vestfold in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sandefjord 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tønsberg 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Larvik 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Tjøme 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Holmestrand 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Horten 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Vestfold weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vestfold, Norway in August?

August in Vestfold, Norway brings perfect weather. In Sandefjord, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Vestfold, Norway in August?

Sandefjord averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Vestfold, Norway get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Vestfold, Norway. Sandefjord averages only about 99 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Vestfold, Norway?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Vestfold, Norway. Typically, the climate in Sandefjord is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Sandefjord. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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