Tórshavn weather in August (Faroe Islands, Denmark)

How is the weather in Tórshavn in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Tórshavn generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Tórshavn in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 20 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 105 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tórshavn, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90%  

Sunshine 105 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Denmark in August

Find out more about the weather in Denmark in August and which places have the best weather 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 Tórshavn in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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