Weather · AugustNorway weather in August
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
August in Norway: an average of 17°, about 3 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 15h 16m of daylight, with light from about 04:39 to 19:55. August is one of the best months to visit Norway: comfortable weather and little rain. Expect high-season prices and crowds.
Norway in August
August in Norway, what works
Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.
What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Holidays & events in Norway
- 19 AugustBirthday of Crown Princess Mette-Marit
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Switzerland, Prime Alpine weather, mountain wildflowers at their peak.
Austria, The lake district (Salzkammergut) and Tyrol are perfect.
Slovenia, Bled, Bohinj and the Soča valley — mountain summer at its best.August in Norway, FAQ
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Norway — flights & hotels
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset