Norway (Tromsø) · 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 | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-7– (19–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)5 (41) | 4° (39°)-1– (30–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)17 (63) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)21 (70) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)25 (77) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)6 (43) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -4° (25°)-12– (10–)2 (36) | -5° (23°)-12– (10–)3 (37) | -4° (25°)-11– (12–)2 (36) | -1° (30°)-8– (18–)4 (39) | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | -1° (30°)-7– (19–)4 (39) | -3° (27°)-10– (14–)2 (36) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 0 | 3h UV 1 | 6h UV 2 | 9h UV 4 | 9h UV 5 | 8h UV 4 | 8h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 2 | 3h UV 1 | 2h UV 0 | 0h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 4° (39°) | 3° (37°) | 3° (37°) | 5° (41°) | 7° (45°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 12° (54°) | 10° (50°) | 8° (46°) | 6° (43°) | 5° (41°) |
🌧Rain Days | 11d123mm (4.8") | 10d90mm (3.5") | 13d104mm (4.1") | 10d78mm (3.1") | 8d59mm (2.3") | 8d61mm (2.4") | 8d70mm (2.7") | 10d80mm (3.1") | 11d95mm (3.8") | 13d118mm (4.7") | 11d119mm (4.7") | 12d131mm (5.2") |
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 travel months for Norway (Tromsø) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 15°C (59°F), and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime highs average 15°C (59°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (80 mm (3.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 12°C (54°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.
Summer ebbs away: the nights grow dark again, autumn turns the birches yellow and the first northern lights appear towards the end of the period. It is the quieter time with moderate prices before the winter season starts.
Packing list for Norway (Tromsø) in August
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Norway (Tromsø)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Norway (Tromsø) (Climate Score: 44/100). Pleasant temperatures (15°C (59°F)), good sunshine (5 h/day), and few rain days (10) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Norway (Tromsø) in August?
- In August, Norway (Tromsø) sees daily highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Norway (Tromsø) in August?
- In August, Norway (Tromsø) receives an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Norway (Tromsø) get in August?
- Norway (Tromsø) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Norway (Tromsø) in August?
- Water temperature in Norway (Tromsø) in August averages 12°C (54°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
