Aust-Agder Weather in August

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

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Øvre Ramse Hovden Tvedestrand Ljosland

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

What to Expect in Aust-Agder in August

Aust-Agder, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Aust-Agder generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with high precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Hovden at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Arendal at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Arendal and 7°C (45°F) in Hovden.

For a closer look at conditions across Aust-Agder, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Arendal with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Ljosland with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Øvre Ramse gets approximately 232 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Aust-Agder 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 Aust-Agder

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

Temperature range in Aust-Agder (August)

Precipitation variation in Aust-Agder (August)

Øvre Ramse

In August Øvre Ramse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
232 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Øvre Ramse →

Hovden

In August Hovden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
128 mm (5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hovden →

Tvedestrand

In August Tvedestrand generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tvedestrand →

Ljosland

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ljosland →

Grimstad

In August Grimstad generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
232 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Grimstad →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Aust-Agder, 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 Aust-Agder in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Øvre Ramse 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Hovden 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Tvedestrand 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Ljosland 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Grimstad 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Risør 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Aust-Agder weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aust-Agder, Norway in August?

Aust-Agder, Norway typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Øvre Ramse average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Aust-Agder, Norway in August?

Øvre Ramse averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Aust-Agder, Norway get a lot of rain in August?

Aust-Agder, Norway sees substantial rainfall in August. Øvre Ramse typically averages about 134 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Aust-Agder, Norway?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Aust-Agder, Norway with overall tolerable weather in Øvre Ramse. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Aust-Agder, Norway is in July with generally pleasant weather in Øvre Ramse. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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