If you plan to visit Stavanger in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +17°C during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 167 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Stavanger;
Average weather
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+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
167 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stavanger has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Stavanger in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stavanger for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +22°C during the day to a minimum of +10°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +18°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +19°C.
Is Stavanger warm or cold in August?
Stavanger is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +17°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +13°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is the hottest month in Stavanger, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Stavanger in August
Water in Stavanger in August is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°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 Stavanger are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.
Can you swim in Stavanger in August?
Water temperature (+17°C) in Stavanger in August might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Stavanger in August
Stavanger weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+17°C
+17°C
+15°C
Min. temperature
+7°C
+6°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+31°C
+29°C
+27°C
Rainfall
117 mm
167 mm
194 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+17°C
+15°C
Humidity
78%
78%
78%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
4
3
3
Cloudy days
8
6
5
Rainy days
19
20
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +17°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 117 mm to 167 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in July to 3 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Stavanger in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Stavanger is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Stavanger based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 249 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Stavanger wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 225 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Stavanger?
This is the weather in Stavanger in August 2023:
1 August
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+19°C
2 August
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+19°C
3 August
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+19°C
4 August
☁️
+17°C
5 August
☁️
+16°C
6 August
☀️
+18°C
7 August
🌧️
+16°C
8 August
🌧️
+11°C
9 August
🌧️
+13°C
10 August
🌧️
+14°C
11 August
☀️
+19°C
12 August
☀️
+20°C
13 August
🌧️
+17°C
14 August
🌧️
+19°C
15 August
🌧️
+19°C
16 August
☁️
+16°C
17 August
☁️
+18°C
18 August
☁️
+21°C
19 August
🌧️
+22°C
20 August
🌧️
+22°C
21 August
☀️
+20°C
22 August
🌧️
+21°C
23 August
🌧️
+16°C
24 August
☀️
+17°C
25 August
🌧️
+17°C
26 August
🌧️
+17°C
27 August
☁️
+17°C
28 August
🌧️
+16°C
29 August
🌧️
+17°C
30 August
🌧️
+17°C
31 August
☀️
+19°C
In August 2023 Stavanger had 7 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +22°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Stavanger climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Stavanger in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+8°C) and the highest in 2014 (+12°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 1101 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3278 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stavanger in August:
Is August a good time to visit Stavanger?
It’s always a good time to visit Stavanger, 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 Stavanger in August?
August has mild temperatures in Stavanger. 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 Stavanger in August?
In general, you can swim in Stavanger in August, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Stavanger rainy in August?
Stavanger 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 Stavanger in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stavanger in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stavanger, 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.