AI-generatedLarvik at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 20°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 17.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,060 h
- Rain a year
- 1,098 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 49 m
Climate in Larvik
Larvik has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 20 °C, while February is the coolest at 2 °C. With around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year, Larvik is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Larvik
The best time to visit Larvik is from July to August. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 17.9 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to July. Rain is frequent from September to January; the wettest month is October with 134 mm.
Larvik through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Larvik in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 5–14 °C by day
- Sea 7 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Larvik in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Larvik in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 7–16 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Larvik in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 2–4 °C by day
- Sea 5 °C
- 2.1 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun – Jul
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Sep – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Nov – Mar
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 7°
- Midday, 13:00: about 11°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 11°
- Evening, 20:00: about 9°
- Night, 23:00: about 9°
07:5418:16
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:29–08:51 · evening 17:19–18:42
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:14–07:29 · evening 18:42–18:57
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Larvik compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 13° at the start of the month to 9° at the end. The sea cools from 14° to 11°. The days get 2.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13° | 9° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 5° |
| Sea | 14° | 11° |
| Daylight | 11.6 h | 9.0 h |
What is the weather like in Larvik in October?
In October, Larvik is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 12.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 134 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 10 h 22 min07:54 – 18:16
- UV index
- 1 · lowclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 25 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 67 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %13 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %25 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Larvik
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Larvik: score 39 against 8. In July, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 8 | 39better |
| Daytime high | 11° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 7° | 15° |
| Sea | 12.2° | 17.4° |
| Sunshine | 3.8 h | 9.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 15 | 11better |
| Rainfall | 134 mm | 87 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Larvik month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
8January3° · Sea 5° · 1.9 h
In January, Larvik is bitterly cold: daytime highs average 3 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). The sea averages 4.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.9 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 13 days, totalling 99 mm; on about 7 of them it snows. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in January11February2° · Sea 3° · 3.0 h
In February, Larvik is bitterly cold: daytime highs average 2 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). The sea averages 3.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 11 days, totalling 70 mm; on about 6 of them it snows. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in February21March5° · Sea 4° · 5.4 h
In March, Larvik is cold: daytime highs average 5 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 3.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 60 mm. Snow falls on about 4 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in March28April9° · Sea 7° · 7.3 h
In April, Larvik is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 6.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in April32May14° · Sea 11° · 9.2 h
In May, Larvik is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 10.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in May31June18° · Sea 15° · 9.5 h
In June, Larvik is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in June39July20° · Sea 17° · 9.6 h
In July, Larvik is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 87 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik – and yet one of the best months here.
Larvik in July34August20° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h
In August, Larvik is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 103 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik – and yet one of the best months here.
Larvik in August19September16° · Sea 16° · 6.1 h
In September, Larvik is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 111 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in September8October11° · Sea 12° · 3.8 h
In October, Larvik is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 12.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 134 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in October5November7° · Sea 9° · 1.9 h
In November, Larvik is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 9.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 128 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in November6December4° · Sea 7° · 1.5 h
In December, Larvik is cold: daytime highs average 4 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 6.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 99 mm in total. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Larvik.
Larvik in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Larvik
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Frost below 0°
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
ColdOctober: nights around 7°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in February (−1°), the warmest in July (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to August. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from October to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 8 | 3° | −1° | 4.7° | 1.9 h | 13 | 99 |
| FebruaryFeb | 11 | 2° | −1° | 3.4° | 3.0 h | 11 | 70 |
| MarchMar | 21 | 5° | 0° | 3.7° | 5.4 h | 9 | 60 |
| AprilApr | 28 | 9° | 4° | 6.5° | 7.3 h | 8 | 56 |
| MayMay | 32 | 14° | 9° | 10.9° | 9.2 h | 10 | 71 |
| JuneJun | 31 | 18° | 13° | 14.9° | 9.5 h | 10 | 81 |
| JulyJul | 39 | 20° | 15° | 17.4° | 9.6 h | 11 | 87 |
| AugustAug | 34 | 20° | 15° | 17.9° | 8.4 h | 12 | 103 |
| SeptemberSep | 19 | 16° | 12° | 15.6° | 6.1 h | 12 | 111 |
| OctoberOct | 8 | 11° | 7° | 12.2° | 3.8 h | 15 | 134 |
| NovemberNov | 5 | 7° | 4° | 9.3° | 1.9 h | 15 | 128 |
| DecemberDec | 6 | 4° | 0° | 6.5° | 1.5 h | 14 | 99 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Larvik
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 11.0 – 13.1 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Larvik ranges from 3.4 °C in February to 17.9 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 17.0 and 18.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 4.7° | 2.3° | 6.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 3.4° | 1.7° | 5.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 3.7° | 1.2° | 5.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 6.5° | 4.8° | 7.5° | cold |
| MayMay | 10.9° | 9.8° | 12.4° | cold |
| JuneJun | 14.9° | 13.6° | 16.5° | cold |
| JulyJul | 17.4° | 15.9° | 19.1° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 17.9° | 17.0° | 18.9° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 15.6° | 14.6° | 16.6° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 12.2° | 11.0° | 13.1° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 9.3° | 8.1° | 10.5° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 6.5° | 4.7° | 7.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Larvik
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 3.8 of 10.4 hours of daylight in Larvik, 37 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Larvik: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Larvik has about 15 rainy days with 134 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Larvik
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 1 · lowLittle protection needed; sunglasses on bright days.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 6).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- over 2 h
- Fair skin
- over 2 h
- Light brown skin
- over 2 h
- Olive skin
- over 2 h
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Larvik
How breezy and how cloudy Larvik is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Larvik typically peaks at 25 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 67 % of the sky over Larvik: mostly cloudy, with about 3.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Snow in Larvik
When Larvik is likely to be white: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Larvik.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Larvik
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Larvik in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Larvik has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 36) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 7).
- 26
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 6 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 36
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
PoorBest holidays
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 8
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 7
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 3 °C by day
- Sea 6 °C
- 1.7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,070 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Larvik vs Sandefjord
In October the holiday weather in Larvik and Sandefjord is about equally good (score 8 vs 8). During the day it is about as warm in Sandefjord as in Larvik. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Larvik | Sandefjord |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 8 | 8 |
| Daytime high | 11° | 11° |
| Sea | 12° | 12° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
Norway in October: the best places
In October, Larvik ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 7Ålesund11°12°16
- 8Rjukan9°15
- 23LarvikThis page11°12°8
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Frequently asked questions about Larvik
When is the best time to visit Larvik?
The best time to visit Larvik is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Larvik?
The sea temperature in Larvik ranges from 3.4 °C in February to 17.9 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Larvik in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 12.2 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Larvik?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 20 °C and nights around 15 °C. February is the coolest month at 2 °C.
When does it rain most in Larvik?
Rain is frequent from September to January; the wettest month is October with 134 mm. The driest month is April with 56 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Larvik get?
Larvik gets around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.6 hours a day; in December there are 1.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Larvik in?
Larvik is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Larvik?
A nonstop flight from London to Larvik takes about 1 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,070 km.
Which school holidays are best for Larvik?
Larvik has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 36) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 7). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 26, May half-term 32, summer holidays 36, October half-term 8, Christmas holidays 7.