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Sogn og Fjordane Weather in August

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

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Thinking about venturing to Sogn og Fjordane, Norway this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sogn og Fjordane in August

Sogn og Fjordane, Norway is a region in Norway. August in Sogn og Fjordane generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Skjolden to 18°C (64°F) in Lavik. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Lavik and 7°C (45°F) in Skjolden.

To explore the conditions in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Skjolden with an average of 126 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Kvalsvik with 222 mm (8.7 in).

Explore Sogn og Fjordane by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March1°C (34°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sogn og Fjordane in August

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

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 Sogn og Fjordane

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

Temperature range in Sogn og Fjordane (August)

Precipitation variation in Sogn og Fjordane (August)

Flåm

In August Flåm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Flåm →

Svidalen

In August Svidalen 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
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
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Fjarland

In August Fjarland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy 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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Fjarland →

Sogndal

In August Sogndal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Sogndal →

Hafslo

In August Hafslo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sogn og Fjordane, 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 Sogn og Fjordane in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flåm 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Svidalen 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Fjarland 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Sogndal 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Hafslo 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Balestrand 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)

Sogn og Fjordane weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway in August?

August in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway brings mixed weather. In Flåm, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway in August?

Flåm averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Sogn og Fjordane, Norway get a lot of rain in August?

Flåm typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 134 mm (5.3 in) on average across Sogn og Fjordane, Norway.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sogn og Fjordane, Norway?

In our view, August is one of the best times to travel to Sogn og Fjordane, Norway, however the weather can often be mixed in Flåm.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly mixed weather in Flåm.

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