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Lulea in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Lulea in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Lulea in August 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
August could be a good time to visit Lulea, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +17°C, and there are typically 6 sunny days in August. However, expect about 16 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 74 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
74 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lulea has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Lulea in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lulea for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +19°C with a maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +10°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +16°C.

Is Lulea warm or cold in August?

Lulea is typically mild in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +19°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +11°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

August is one of the warmest months in Lulea, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Lulea in August

Water in Lulea in August is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +18°C, with an average of +16°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Lulea are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +16°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of -1°C.

Can you swim in Lulea in August?

We would not recommend swimming in Lulea in August, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Lulea in August

Lulea weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+19°C+17°C+12°C
Min. temperature
+6°C+3°C-3°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+28°C+22°C
Rainfall
71 mm74 mm66 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+16°C+12°C
Humidity
73%77%80%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1010 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
765
Cloudy days
8910
Rainy days
151615
Snowy days
000

August typically has worse weather conditions compared to July. It’s getting colder in August. From +19°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +17°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 71 mm to 74 mm. Humidity rises from 73% to 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in July to 6 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Lulea in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Lulea is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Lulea based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 102 mm, with a 55% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
August is one of the rainiest months in Lulea, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Lulea wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 74 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Lulea?

This is the weather in Lulea in August 2023:
1 August
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+18°C
2 August
🌧️
+19°C
3 August
☀️
+19°C
4 August
☀️
+21°C
5 August
☀️
+21°C
6 August
☀️
+20°C
7 August
🌧️
+22°C
8 August
☀️
+25°C
9 August
☀️
+19°C
10 August
☁️
+18°C
11 August
🌧️
+19°C
12 August
🌧️
+18°C
13 August
🌧️
+18°C
14 August
☀️
+19°C
15 August
☀️
+20°C
16 August
🌧️
+19°C
17 August
☀️
+19°C
18 August
☀️
+17°C
19 August
☀️
+20°C
20 August
☀️
+19°C
21 August
☁️
+18°C
22 August
☀️
+19°C
23 August
☁️
+18°C
24 August
🌧️
+17°C
25 August
🌧️
+16°C
26 August
☀️
+19°C
27 August
☀️
+18°C
28 August
🌧️
+17°C
29 August
🌧️
+18°C
30 August
☀️
+18°C
31 August
🌧️
+16°C
In August 2023 Lulea had 16 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +19°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 61%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Lulea climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Lulea in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+2°C) and the highest in 2020 (+8°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 158 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 767 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lulea in August:

Is August a good time to visit Lulea?

It’s always a good time to visit Lulea, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Lulea in August?

August has mild temperatures in Lulea. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Lulea in August?

Swimming in Lulea in August is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Lulea rainy in August?

Lulea is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Lulea in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lulea in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Lulea

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lulea, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.