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Finland Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Finland in August.

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Planning a journey to Finland this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Finland in August

August in Finland generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Kilpisjärvi at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Laukkoski at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Laukkoski and 5°C (41°F) in Kilpisjärvi.

To explore the conditions in Finland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gottby with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Lintusalo with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Helsinki enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Finland - and find the best time to visit. (based on Helsinki)

January-1°C (30°F) February-1°C (30°F) March3°C (37°F) April9°C (48°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September16°C (61°F) October10°C (50°F) November5°C (41°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Finland in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Finland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Finland

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Finland?

Temperature range in Finland (August)

Precipitation variation in Finland (August)

Helsinki

In August Helsinki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
230 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
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Rovaniemi

In August Rovaniemi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
183 hours
112 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
mixed
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Levi

In August Levi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
183 hours
112 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
mixed
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Ruka

In August Ruka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
mixed
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Tampere

In August Tampere generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Finland in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Helsinki 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Rovaniemi 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Levi 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Vuokatti 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Mariehamn 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Vaasa 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Finland weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Finland in August?

In August, Finland generally has excellent weather conditions. Helsinki sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Finland in August?

Average temperatures in Finland during August range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Helsinki.

Does Finland get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Helsinki averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Finland.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Finland?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Finland. Typically, the climate in Helsinki is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Finland is in June, July and August with generally excellent weather in Helsinki. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Finland.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Finland? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Finland.

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