Tórshavn

Faroe Islands Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Faroe Islands, Denmark in August.

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Tórshavn Klaksvík

Planning a trip to the Faroe Islands, Denmark this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Faroe Islands in August

The Faroe Islands, Denmark is a region in Denmark. August in the Faroe Islands generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Tórshavn. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Faroe Islands, Denmark.

To explore the conditions in the Faroe Islands, Denmark in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Klaksvík with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Tórshavn with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Tórshavn receives about 105 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in the Faroe Islands 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 the Faroe Islands

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Faroe Islands, Denmark?

Temperature range in the Faroe Islands (August)

Precipitation variation in the Faroe Islands (August)

Tórshavn

In August Tórshavn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
105 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Tórshavn →

Klaksvík

In August Klaksvík generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
105 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Klaksvík →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Faroe Islands, in Denmark.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Faroe Islands in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tórshavn 13°C (55°F) 10°C (50°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Klaksvík 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

The Faroe Islands weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Faroe Islands, Denmark in August?

Expect unpleasant weather across the Faroe Islands, Denmark in August. The popular destination of Tórshavn averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Faroe Islands, Denmark in August?

Daytime temperatures in Tórshavn peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in August, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does the Faroe Islands, Denmark get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the Faroe Islands, Denmark. Tórshavn averages only about 77 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Faroe Islands, Denmark?

In our opinion, August is one of the best times to visit the Faroe Islands, Denmark, but the weather is often unpleasant in Tórshavn.

On average, the best time to visit the Faroe Islands, Denmark is in June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Tórshavn.

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