Rovaniemi weather in August (Lapland, Finland)

What does the weather outlook for Rovaniemi look like in August? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Rovaniemi usually has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 18°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Rovaniemi in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rovaniemi climate page with graphs.

 

Rovaniemi, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 183 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Finland in August

Find out more about the weather in Finland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Rovaniemi, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Rovaniemi.

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