Västerås weather in August (Vastmanland, Sweden)

What should you pack for a trip to Västerås in August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During August, Västerås is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 22°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Västerås in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

Average sunshine

With around 222 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Västerås, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Mälaren, Sweden (38 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in August

Find out more about the weather in Sweden 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 Västerås, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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