Murmansk Oblast Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in August.

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Murmansk Kirovsk Apatity Kandalaksha

Planning a getaway to Murmansk Oblast, Russia 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 Murmansk Oblast in August

Murmansk Oblast, Russia is a region in Russia. August in Murmansk Oblast generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Murmansk.

For specific regional insights in Murmansk Oblast, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kandalaksha with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Kirovsk with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Murmansk typically sees 156 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Murmansk Oblast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Murmansk Oblast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Murmansk)

January-7°C (19°F) February-6°C (21°F) March-1°C (30°F) April4°C (39°F) May10°C (50°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August16°C (61°F) September12°C (54°F) October4°C (39°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-4°C (25°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Murmansk Oblast in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
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unpleasant
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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 Murmansk Oblast

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Murmansk Oblast, Russia?

Temperature range in Murmansk Oblast (August)

Precipitation variation in Murmansk Oblast (August)

Murmansk

In August Murmansk 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.

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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 sun hours
238 hours
156 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Kirovsk

In August Kirovsk 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.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
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Apatity

In August Apatity 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.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Kandalaksha

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

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Monchegorsk

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

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Murmansk Oblast in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Murmansk 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Kirovsk 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Apatity 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Kandalaksha 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Monchegorsk 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kolvitsa 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Murmansk Oblast weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in August?

Murmansk Oblast, Russia typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Murmansk average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in August?

Average temperatures in Murmansk Oblast, Russia during August range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Murmansk.

Does Murmansk Oblast, Russia get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Murmansk Oblast, Russia during August, with Murmansk averaging close to 69 mm (2.7 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Murmansk Oblast, Russia?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Murmansk Oblast, Russia with overall tolerable weather in Murmansk. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Murmansk. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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