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Härnösand Weather in August
Härnösand in August sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 76 mm (3 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Rainfall in Härnösand in August
Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 76 mm (3 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Härnösand in August
August in Härnösand brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F). This month falls in the summer season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 12°C (54°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in Härnösand in August
The month enjoys around 217 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Härnösand.
Härnösand Temperature in August
Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
217 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Sundsvall, Sweden (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Härnösand Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Härnösand typically drop from around 20°C (68°F) at the start of August to approximately 17°C (63°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 13°C (55°F).
Average temperatures in August
Historical weather records for Härnösand in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Härnösand spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Härnösand historical weather extremes in August
Our historical data for Härnösand spans 1976 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- On August 19, 2002, temperatures climbed to 29°C (84°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
- The coldest August day was on August 30, 1986, with a maximum of 9°C (48°F).
- Härnösand registered its coldest August night on August 15, 1978, with temperatures dropping to 1°C (34°F).
Best Places in Sweden in August
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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).
What to Wear in Härnösand in August
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in August. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Härnösand in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Härnösand 3-Day Forecast
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