Vansjø
Lake Large Østfold lake used for recreation and fishing.
A large freshwater lake in Østfold used for boating, swimming and angling; day visitors paddle, sail and follow shoreline trails.
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How to Get to Vansjø #
Accessible by road from Moss and other Østfold towns; local roads and cycle routes skirt the lake. Public transport options vary by season and exact shoreline location.
Tips for Visiting Vansjø #
- The lake supplies drinking water to nearby communities - respect signage about protected zones and restricted shoreline access.
- Cycle routes around the lake offer pleasant, low-traffic ways to see more of the shoreline and hamlets.
Best Time to Visit Vansjø #
Best visited in summer for recreational activities; spring and autumn are quieter and showcase wildlife.
Weather & Climate near Vansjø #
Vansjø'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 -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (799 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
