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Akershus Weather in August

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

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Oslo Gardermoen Drøbak Fornebu

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

What to Expect in Akershus in August

Akershus, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Akershus generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Oslo.

For specific regional insights in Akershus, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Drøbak with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Hurdal with 120 mm (4.7 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Oslo.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Oslo sees around 209 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Akershus by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April10°C (50°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September16°C (61°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Akershus in August

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

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 Akershus

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

Temperature range in Akershus (August)

Precipitation variation in Akershus (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 very good that month.

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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
very good
very good
good
Climate in Oslo →

Gardermoen

In August Gardermoen 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 very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°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)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Gardermoen →

Drøbak

In August Drøbak generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Drøbak →

Fornebu

In August Fornebu 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 very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Fornebu →

Asker

In August Asker 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 very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
210 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Asker →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Akershus, in Norway.

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 Akershus in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oslo 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Gardermoen 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Drøbak 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Fornebu 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Asker 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Hurdal 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Akershus weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Akershus, Norway in August?

Akershus, Norway typically experiences very good 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 Akershus, Norway in August?

Average temperatures in Akershus, Norway during August range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Oslo.

Does Akershus, Norway get a lot of rain in August?

Oslo typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 112 mm (4.4 in) on average across Akershus, Norway.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Akershus, Norway?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly very good weather in Oslo. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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