Vestfold Weather in May

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

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Sandefjord Tønsberg Larvik Tjøme

Planning a journey to Vestfold, Norway this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vestfold in May

Vestfold, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Vestfold generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Hvasser to 17°C (63°F) in Svelvik. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Svelvik and 9°C (48°F) in Hvasser.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Vestfold, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Stavern with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Holmestrand with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Sandefjord enjoys approximately 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Vestfold in May

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

Temperature range in Vestfold (May)

Precipitation variation in Vestfold (May)

Sandefjord

In May Sandefjord generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sandefjord →

Tønsberg

In May Tønsberg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tønsberg →

Larvik

In May Larvik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Larvik →

Tjøme

In May Tjøme generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tjøme →

Holmestrand

In May Holmestrand generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Holmestrand →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sandefjord 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Tønsberg 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Larvik 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Tjøme 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Holmestrand 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Horten 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Vestfold weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Vestfold, Norway generally has tolerable weather conditions. Sandefjord sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Sandefjord peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Sandefjord averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Vestfold, Norway.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vestfold, Norway?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Sandefjord, May might be a good time to visit Vestfold, Norway.

On average, the best time to visit Vestfold, Norway is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Sandefjord. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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