Vestfold Weather in January

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

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Sandefjord Tønsberg Larvik Tjøme

Considering a trip to Vestfold, Norway this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Vestfold in January

Vestfold, Norway is a region in Norway. January in Vestfold generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Svelvik at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Stavern at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Stavern and -6°C (21°F) in Svelvik. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Svelvik with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Larvik with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Sandefjord gets roughly 49 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Vestfold by month

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Best Places to Visit in Vestfold in January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Vestfold, Norway?

Temperature range in Vestfold (January)

Precipitation variation in Vestfold (January)

Sandefjord

In January Sandefjord generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandefjord →

Tønsberg

In January Tønsberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tønsberg →

Larvik

In January Larvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Larvik →

Tjøme

In January Tjøme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tjøme →

Holmestrand

In January Holmestrand generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Holmestrand →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sandefjord 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Tønsberg 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Larvik 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Tjøme 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Holmestrand 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Horten 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Vestfold weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Vestfold, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Sandefjord sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

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

Sandefjord averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does Vestfold, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Sandefjord averages just 91 mm (3.6 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Vestfold, Norway.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Vestfold, Norway?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Vestfold, Norway with often poor weather in Sandefjord.

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

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