Buskerud Weather in August

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

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Hemsedal Geilo Gol Nes

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

What to Expect in Buskerud in August

Buskerud, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Buskerud generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Skoro at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Drøbak at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Drøbak and 6°C (43°F) in Skoro.

To explore the conditions in Buskerud, Norway in more detail, check the map 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 Eggedal with 133 mm (5.2 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Hemsedal.

Explore Buskerud by month

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

January-4°C (25°F) February-3°C (27°F) March0°C (32°F) April5°C (41°F) May9°C (48°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-4°C (25°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Buskerud in August

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

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 Buskerud

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

Temperature range in Buskerud (August)

Precipitation variation in Buskerud (August)

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 mixed that month.

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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
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Hemsedal →

Geilo

In August Geilo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
mixed
Climate in Geilo →

Gol

In August Gol 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 mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
Climate in Gol →

Nes

In August Nes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°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
107 mm (4.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Nes →

Skoro

In August Skoro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Skoro →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hemsedal 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Geilo 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Gol 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Nes 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Skoro 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Al 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Buskerud weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect mixed weather across Buskerud, Norway in August. The popular destination of Hemsedal averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Buskerud, Norway in August?

In Hemsedal, the average daytime high in August is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Buskerud, Norway sees substantial rainfall in August. Hemsedal typically averages about 117 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Buskerud, Norway?

In our opinion, August is one of the best times to visit Buskerud, Norway, but the weather is often mixed in Hemsedal.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly mixed weather in Hemsedal.

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