Lofoten weather in August (Akershus, Norway)

Curious about the August weather in Lofoten? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Lofoten generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.

Lofoten in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lofoten climate page with graphs.

 

Lofoten, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Where to go in Norway in August

Find out more about the weather in Norway in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lofoten in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

5/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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