Tórshavn Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Tórshavn has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Tórshavn experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 13°C in August to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 3°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tórshavn has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1194 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Tórshavn shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in December, with an average of 136 mm of precipitation over 26 rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 57 mm of rainfall over 17 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tórshavn Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Tórshavn serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 4.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.3 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 90%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 87%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Tórshavn in Denmark
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 139 hours of sunshine.
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