Kjøpmannskjær
Area Rocky islet off Vestfold coast, Norway
How to Get to Kjøpmannskjær #
Kjøpmannskjær is part of the Vestfold coastal archipelago and is typically reached by private boat or organized local boat trips from coastal towns in Vestfold. Access depends on weather and tide.
Tips for Visiting Kjøpmannskjær #
- Expect strong coastal winds-secure hats and loose items when visiting the skerries.
- Tidal conditions influence boat approaches; check local tide charts before attempting landings.
- The area is best visited as part of a coastal boat trip that includes other Vestfold archipelago points of interest.
Best Time to Visit Kjøpmannskjær #
Best in summer for calmer weather and recreational boating; shoulder seasons can work for birdwatchers but are cooler.
Weather & Climate near Kjøpmannskjær #
Kjøpmannskjær's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (808 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (42 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 (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 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 (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 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 (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.