Oppland Weather in August

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

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Lillehammer Beitostøl Nordseter Øyer

Considering a trip to Oppland, Norway this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Oppland in August

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Boverdalen at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Gran at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Gran and 5°C (41°F) in Boverdalen.

For specific regional insights in Oppland, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dombås with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Tyinkrysset with 130 mm (5.1 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Lillehammer enjoys about 197 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Oppland 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 Oppland

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

Temperature range in Oppland (August)

Precipitation variation in Oppland (August)

Lillehammer

In August Lillehammer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
197 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lillehammer →

Beitostøl

In August Beitostøl 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 unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Beitostøl →

Nordseter

In August Nordseter generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
197 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
127 mm (5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Nordseter →

Øyer

In August Øyer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
197 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
127 mm (5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Øyer →

Svingvoll

In August Svingvoll generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
197 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Svingvoll →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lillehammer 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Beitostøl 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nordseter 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Øyer 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Svingvoll 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Fagernes 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Oppland weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Oppland, Norway generally has tolerable weather conditions. Lillehammer sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Average temperatures in Oppland, Norway during August range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Lillehammer.

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

Oppland, Norway sees substantial rainfall in August. Lillehammer typically averages about 123 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Oppland, Norway?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Lillehammer, August might be a good time to visit Oppland, Norway. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Oppland, Norway is in July with generally pleasant weather in Lillehammer. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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