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Norway Weather in August

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

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Oslo Bergen Tromsø Stavanger

Are you planning a trip a to Norway in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Norway in August

In August, Norway experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Longyearbyen at 7°C (45°F) and pleasant in Moss at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Moss and 3°C (37°F) in Longyearbyen.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Longyearbyen with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Eikelandsosen with 231 mm (9.1 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Oslo enjoys about 209 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Norway in August

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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 Norway

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

Temperature range in Norway (August)

Precipitation variation in Norway (August)

Oslo

In August Oslo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
209 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Oslo →

Reine

In August Reine generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
25 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Reine →

Bergen

In August Bergen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
140 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
202 mm (8 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
27 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Bergen →

Stavanger

In August Stavanger generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
161 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
177 mm (7 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Stavanger →

Hemsedal

In August Hemsedal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hemsedal →

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In our records: Norway August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Norway in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Norway reached 35°C (95°F) in Geilo on August 2, 1982.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oslo 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Bergen 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Tromsø 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Stavanger 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Geiranger 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Kristiansand 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Norway weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norway in August?

Norway typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Oslo average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Norway in August?

In Oslo, the average daytime high in August is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Norway get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Norway. Average rainfall in Oslo sits around 112 mm (4.4 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Norway?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Norway with overall pleasant weather in Oslo. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Oslo. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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