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Saariselka weather in August (Lapland, Finland)

Is Saariselka a good destination in August, weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of August in Saariselka typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 17°C, cooling off to about 8°C at night.

Precipitation

Saariselka in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 69 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Saariselka, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 69 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
Data from: Ivalo, Finland (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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.

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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 Saariselka, 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
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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