Sandefjord
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Official UK travel guidance for Norway notes standard travel conditions without specific safety advisories for Sandefjord.
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Sandefjord month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Sandefjord are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 19–21°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 21°C), January the coldest (average low -5°C), and November the wettest (about 135 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.8 | -4.9 | 105 | 3.0 |
| February | 2.3 | -3.6 | 86 | 5.2 |
| March | 5.5 | -2.0 | 73 | 7.3 |
| April | 10.5 | 1.6 | 52 | 10.5 |
| May | 15.6 | 6.8 | 71 | 12.6 |
| June | 19.4 | 11.3 | 90 | 13.4 |
| July | 20.8 | 13.0 | 99 | 13.3 |
| August | 19.3 | 12.1 | 104 | 11.2 |
| September | 16.3 | 9.8 | 124 | 8.0 |
| October | 10.6 | 5.1 | 125 | 5.3 |
| November | 5.3 | 0.9 | 135 | 2.9 |
| December | 2.1 | -2.6 | 112 | 2.3 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1961
In 1961–1962, 78 rock carvings were discovered at the site.
- Documented history · 1893
The Viking, an exact replica of the Gokstad ship, crossed the Atlantic Ocean from Bergen to be exhibited at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893.
- Documented history · 1880
The Gokstad Ship, Norway's largest preserved Viking ship, was discovered during an excavation at Gokstad Mound in 1880.
- Documented history · 1845
It was formally recognized as a market town (kjøpstad) by King Oscar in 1845.
- Discovery of the Gokstad Ship
The Gokstad Ship, Norway's largest preserved Viking ship, was discovered during an excavation at Gokstad Mound in 1880.
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01 · OverviewSandefjord, in brief
Sandefjord is a municipality situated within Vestfold county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the city of Sandefjord.
Spanning an area of 422 square kilometres, the municipality features a landscape defined by sandbanks, shorelines, and the local fjord known as Sandefjordsfjorden. The first element of the municipal name derives from the old Sande farm, originating from the plural form of the Old Norse word sandr, meaning sand or sandbanks, while the final element comes from fjǫrðr, meaning fjord. The geography encompasses numerous beaches and former resort spas along its coastal zones, earning the area historical recognition as a resort town and the designation of being the undisputed summer city of Norway, alongside being dubbed the Bathing City or Badebyen.
The terrain and waterways of the municipality have shaped human settlement across millennia, from ancient petroglyphs at Haugen farm to the maritime expansion along the coast. Natural harbors along the fjord facilitated early Viking departures, maritime trade, and the development of a major transportation and shipping center that includes the route of European Route E18 traversing the municipality.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandefjord
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01 · Q&AWhere is Sandefjord located and what are its coordinates?
Sandefjord is situated in Norway at geographic coordinates 59.1312, 10.2166, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Sandefjord?
Sandefjord has a recorded population of approximately 64,345 and observes the Europe/Oslo time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Sandefjord?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Sandefjord include Norwegian, NB, NN, SE, Finnish, with NOK used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Sandefjord?
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