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Hordaland Weather in August

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

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Bergen Røldal Eidfjord Åkra

Planning a getaway to Hordaland, 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 Hordaland in August

Hordaland, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Hordaland generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Røldal at 14°C (57°F) and pleasant in Eikelandsosen at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Eikelandsosen and 7°C (45°F) in Røldal.

To explore the conditions in Hordaland, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Eidfjord with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Eikelandsosen with 231 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bergen receives about 140 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.

Explore Hordaland by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February5°C (41°F) March7°C (45°F) April10°C (50°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September16°C (61°F) October11°C (52°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Hordaland →

Best Places to Visit in Hordaland in August

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

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 Hordaland

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

Temperature range in Hordaland (August)

Precipitation variation in Hordaland (August)

Bergen

In August Bergen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
140 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
202 mm (8 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
27 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bergen →

Røldal

In August Røldal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Røldal →

Eidfjord

In August Eidfjord 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 mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
23 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Eidfjord →

Åkra

In August Åkra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
262 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
26 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Åkra →

Utne

In August Utne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
140 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
25 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Utne →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bergen 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Røldal 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Eidfjord 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Åkra 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Utne 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Kleivi 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)

Hordaland weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Hordaland, Norway typically experiences less favorable weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Bergen average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

In Bergen, the average daytime high in August is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Hordaland, Norway, with Bergen averaging around 202 mm (8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Hordaland, Norway?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Hordaland, Norway due to the typically less favorable weather in Bergen.

On average, the best time to visit Hordaland, Norway is in July with generally good weather in Bergen. The weather in January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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