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Skei Weather in August
August in Skei brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
Rainfall in Skei in August
As part of the rainy season, Skei sees around 22 days of rain in August, with an average of 172 mm (6.8 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Skei in August
Daytime highs in Skei in August reach 16°C (61°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). The summer season is characteristic of August. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Skei in August
The month brings about 130 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Skei.
Skei Temperature in August
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
172 mm (6.8 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Sunshine
130 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Geiranger, Norway (69 KM, 43 Miles).
Skei Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Skei typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 11°C (52°F).
Average temperatures in August
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in August
Historical weather records for Skei in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Skei spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Skei historical weather extremes in August
According to our 50 years of weather records for Skei, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
- The hottest August day on record in Skei reached 28°C (82°F) (August 12, 1996).
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 10°C (50°F), recorded on August 7, 2000.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -5°C (23°F) on August 29, 1978, marking the coldest August night on record.
Best Places in Norway in August
Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Norway in August →
perfect weather
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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).
What to Wear in Skei in August
Pack for changing conditions in Skei in August. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Skei in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Skei 3-Day Forecast
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