Sweden weather in August
What is the weather like in Sweden in August?
The weather conditions in Sweden in August vary from tolerable to perfect depending on the destination. It is a summer month.
During August in Sweden, the average maximum temperature varies from low in Riksgränsen with 12°C (53°F) to high in Abbekås with 23°C (73°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (56°F) in Abbekås and 4°C (39°F) in Riksgränsen.
Precipitation in August varies from moderate in Löttorp with an average of 54mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall to high in Varberg with 101mm (4 inches).
It is the wettest month of the year in Stockholm.
It is also generally a
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To learn more about the weather conditions in specific areas of Sweden, check out the map below.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Sweden?
Average weather in Stockholm
In August Stockholm 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 perfect that month.
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Average weather in Gothenburg
In August Gothenburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Visby
In August Visby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (56°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Malmö
In August Malmö generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (56°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Simrishamn
In August Simrishamn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (56°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to go to Sweden?
In our opinion August is one of the best times to visit Sweden with commonly perfect weather in Stockholm. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Sweden is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Stockholm.
The worst months are January, February, March, October, November and December that can have poor weather conditions.
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