Farris
Lake Lake in Vestfold, local drinking-water reservoir
Lake Farris near Larvik offers freshwater shoreline, sailing and walking paths; the lake’s name also appears on a local mineral water label-people visit for boating, fishing and short coastal escapes in Vestfold.
Farris (Lake Farris or Farrisvannet) is a freshwater lake in Vestfold, Norway, located near the town of Larvik. The lake is a notable local water body and is used for recreation and as a municipal water resource.
Shoreline paths, small boat use, and lakeside recreation are common around the lake during the warmer months. The lake sits within a landscape of mixed forest and low hills typical of the Vestfold region.
Farris is a natural lake of glacial origin that now functions partly as a drinking-water source and a local amenity. Management of the lake includes provisions for water quality and public access.
The lake lies immediately north of the town of Larvik in Vestfold county, easily reached from Larvik and nearby coastal settlements.
- Use and recreation: Functions as a freshwater lake and local reservoir near Larvik; shoreline paths and boating are common recreational uses in summer.
How to Get to Farris #
Farrisvannet lies just north of Larvik town center in Vestfold. From Larvik station it is a short bus ride or a 20-30 minute walk to the lake’s southern shore; local bus lines and cycling routes run along the lake for easy access.
Tips for Visiting Farris #
- Approach Farris by cycling from Larvik for a pleasant lakeside ride - the town center is about 3-4 km from the lake.
- If sampling local tap water, note that Farrisvannet is a primary drinking water reservoir for Larvik; swimming is restricted in parts.
- Visit in autumn for dramatic light on the water and fewer midges than summer.
Best Time to Visit Farris #
Farris is best enjoyed late spring through early autumn when access is easiest and the water is calm.
Weather & Climate near Farris #
Farris's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1022 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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