Bolærne

Islands Island group and bird sanctuary in Oslofjord

Small islands in Vestfold’s outer Oslofjord with beaches, former fishing cottages and seabird colonies; daytrippers arrive by private boat or local charter.

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Bolærne
59.2094, 10.5546

How to Get to Bolærne #

Bolærne is reached by regional ferries and private boats from mainland Vestfold ports, such as Tønsberg. Ferry services are most frequent in summer; check local timetables.

Tips for Visiting Bolærne #

  • Use the main parking/landing spots on the larger islands as starting points - small islets often lack facilities.
  • If kayaking between islands, plan for sudden fog and carry navigation aids.

Best Time to Visit Bolærne #

The Bolærne islands in Vestfold are best in summer for access and boating; ferry schedules are seasonal.

Summer
June-August · 12-20°C
Best season for island hopping, boating, and fishing in Vestfold.
Spring/Autumn
May & September · 8-14°C
Quieter seas but more variable weather.

Weather & Climate near Bolærne #

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (731 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 20°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 19°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° 15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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