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Møre og Romsdal Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in August.

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

What to Expect in Møre og Romsdal in August

Møre og Romsdal, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Møre og Romsdal generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Geiranger at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Stangvik at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Stangvik and 7°C (45°F) in Geiranger.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Møre og Romsdal, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Skipnes with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Åndalsnes with 175 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Geiranger receives about 130 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 Møre og Romsdal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Møre og Romsdal - and find the best time to visit. (based on Geiranger)

Best Places to Visit in Møre og Romsdal in August

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

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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 Møre og Romsdal

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

Temperature range in Møre og Romsdal (August)

Precipitation variation in Møre og Romsdal (August)

Geiranger

In August Geiranger 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
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 sun hours
160 hours
130 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Ålesund

In August Ålesund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
130 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
229 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
27 days
Weather conditions

Skipnes

In August Skipnes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
25 days
Weather conditions

Sunndalsøra

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Stangvik

In August Stangvik generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geiranger 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Ålesund 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Skipnes 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Sunndalsøra 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Stangvik 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Aure 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)

Møre og Romsdal weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in August?

Møre og Romsdal, Norway typically experiences mixed weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Geiranger average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in August?

Average temperatures in Møre og Romsdal, Norway during August range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Geiranger.

Does Møre og Romsdal, Norway get a lot of rain in August?

Geiranger typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 154 mm (6.1 in) on average across Møre og Romsdal, Norway.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Møre og Romsdal, Norway?

In our opinion, August is one of the best times to visit Møre og Romsdal, Norway, but the weather is often mixed in Geiranger.

Generally speaking, July and August provide mixed weather in Geiranger.

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