Monthly climate guide
Svolvær weather in August
August in Svolvær is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (52°F). The month usually brings about 98 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Days and nights are close, only about 3°C apart.
- August brings late summer to Svolvær.
- August is Svolvær's second warmest month.
- Svolvær is usually about 2°C warmer than Alta, 390 km away, in August.
Avg high
14°C
57°F
Avg low
11°C
52°F
Rainfall
98 mm
wet
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
79%
cloud · often cloudy
Svolvær weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 34°F | -1°C / 30°F | 111 mm | 81% | 81% |
| February | 1°C / 34°F | -1°C / 30°F | 104 mm | 81% | 82% |
| March | 2°C / 35°F | -1°C / 31°F | 119 mm | 80% | 85% |
| April | 4°C / 39°F | 2°C / 35°F | 88 mm | 81% | 81% |
| May | 8°C / 46°F | 5°C / 40°F | 70 mm | 80% | 79% |
| June | 11°C / 52°F | 8°C / 46°F | 87 mm | 82% | 77% |
| July | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 52°F | 93 mm | 84% | 76% |
| August | 14°C / 57°F | 11°C / 52°F | 98 mm | 84% | 79% |
| September | 12°C / 53°F | 9°C / 49°F | 124 mm | 83% | 80% |
| October | 7°C / 45°F | 6°C / 42°F | 122 mm | 82% | 80% |
| November | 5°C / 41°F | 3°C / 38°F | 143 mm | 83% | 84% |
| December | 3°C / 38°F | 1°C / 34°F | 140 mm | 82% | 83% |
What to pack for August
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is August a good time to visit Svolvær?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Svolvær →Other Norway cities in August
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Svolvær in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Svolvær?
Yes. August is one of the best months for Svolvær, with highs around 14°C and about 98 mm of rain.
How warm is Svolvær in August?
Average highs are about 14°C (57°F) and average lows about 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in August?
Svolvær typically gets around 98 mm of rain in August — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Svolvær (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.