Norway (Fjord Norway) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonNorway · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)5 (41) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)7 (45) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)7 (45) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 7° (45°) | 6° (43°) | 6° (43°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 11° (52°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (55°) | 10° (50°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 17d264mm (10.4") | 15d245mm (9.6") | 14d179mm (7.0") | 10d124mm (4.9") | 10d100mm (3.9") | 10d125mm (4.9") | 14d155mm (6.1") | 15d230mm (9.0") | 16d252mm (9.9") | 17d307mm (12.1") | 16d274mm (10.8") | 18d300mm (11.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Norway (Fjord Norway) — with 5 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 19°C (66°F).
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 15 rain days (230 mm (9.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in August — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
High season on the fjords: cruise ships crowd into Geiranger, the ferries are full and the evenings stay light. The weather can swing between fog, showers and sun within hours, and the water reaches about 16°C (61°F) in August, which is for the brave only. Plan flexibly and you are rewarded with clear mornings.
Packing list for Norway (Fjord Norway) in August
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Norway (Fjord Norway)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Norway (Fjord Norway) (Climate Score: 47/100). Pleasant temperatures (19°C (66°F)), good sunshine (5 h/day), and few rain days (15) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Norway (Fjord Norway) in August?
- In August, Norway (Fjord Norway) sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Norway (Fjord Norway) in August?
- In August, Norway (Fjord Norway) receives an average of 230 mm (9.1 in) of rain over 15 rain days. With frequent rain days, waterproof clothing is recommended.
- How many sunshine hours does Norway (Fjord Norway) get in August?
- Norway (Fjord Norway) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Norway (Fjord Norway) in August?
- Water temperature in Norway (Fjord Norway) in August averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
