Finnmark Weather in August

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

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Alta Karasjok Kautokeino Gjesvær

Planning a getaway to Finnmark, Norway this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Finnmark in August

Finnmark, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Finnmark generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Vardø to 16°C (61°F) in Kirkenes. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Kirkenes and 9°C (48°F) in Vardø.

For a closer look at conditions across Finnmark, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vadsø with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Hammerfest with 85 mm (3.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Finnmark 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 Finnmark

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

Temperature range in Finnmark (August)

Precipitation variation in Finnmark (August)

Alta

In August Alta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Alta →

Karasjok

In August Karasjok generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Karasjok →

Kautokeino

In August Kautokeino generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kautokeino →

Gjesvær

In August Gjesvær generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gjesvær →

Kirkenes

In August Kirkenes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kirkenes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alta 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Karasjok 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kautokeino 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Gjesvær 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Kirkenes 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Skarsvåg 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Finnmark weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Finnmark, Norway in August. The popular destination of Alta averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Alta, the average daytime high in August is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

August is on the drier side in Finnmark, Norway. Alta averages only about 77 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Finnmark, Norway?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Finnmark, Norway with overall tolerable weather in Alta. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Alta. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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