Västerbotten Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Västerbotten, Sweden in August.

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Umeå Byske Skellefteå Karlsten

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

What to Expect in Västerbotten in August

Västerbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. August in Västerbotten generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Hemavan at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Himmersundet at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Himmersundet and 6°C (43°F) in Hemavan.

For specific regional insights in Västerbotten, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Byske with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Saxnäs with 111 mm (4.4 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Umeå.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Umeå gets approximately 221 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Västerbotten 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 Västerbotten

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Västerbotten, Sweden?

Temperature range in Västerbotten (August)

Precipitation variation in Västerbotten (August)

Umeå

In August Umeå generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
289 hours
221 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Umeå →

Byske

In August Byske generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Byske →

Skellefteå

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Skellefteå →

Karlsten

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Karlsten →

Vilhelmina

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vilhelmina →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Umeå 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Byske 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Skellefteå 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Karlsten 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Vilhelmina 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Kittelfjäll 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Västerbotten weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västerbotten, Sweden in August?

Västerbotten, Sweden typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Umeå average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Västerbotten, Sweden in August?

In Umeå, the average daytime high in August is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Västerbotten, Sweden get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Umeå averages just 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Västerbotten, Sweden.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Västerbotten, Sweden?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Västerbotten, Sweden with overall pleasant weather in Umeå. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Västerbotten, Sweden is in July with generally perfect weather in Umeå. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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