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Turku in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Turku in August 2025

OK Weather
Mild
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Rainy
🌊
Cold water
August could be a good time to visit Turku, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +20°C, and there are typically 7 sunny days in August. However, expect about 17 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 75 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turku has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Turku in August

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

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +20°C with a maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +10°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +18°C.

Is Turku warm or cold in August?

Turku is typically mild in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +21°C to +20°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +12°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 Turku, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Turku in August

Water in Turku in August is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +23°C, with an average of +14°C. The air temperature averaging +20°C is higher than the water temperature.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Turku are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of 0°C.

Can you swim in Turku in August?

We would not recommend swimming in Turku in August, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Turku in August

Turku weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+21°C+20°C+15°C
Min. temperature
+5°C+3°C-3°C
Max. temperature
+33°C+31°C+24°C
Rainfall
61 mm75 mm56 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C+14°C+11°C
Humidity
72%77%82%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1011 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
976
Cloudy days
469
Rainy days
161715
Snowy days
000

August typically has worse weather conditions compared to July. It’s getting colder in August. From +21°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +20°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 61 mm to 75 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in July to 7 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Turku is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 152 mm, with a 71% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
August is one of the rainiest months in Turku, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Turku wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Turku?

This is the weather in Turku in August 2023:
1 August
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+19°C
2 August
🌧️
+20°C
3 August
🌧️
+21°C
4 August
☁️
+20°C
5 August
☀️
+21°C
6 August
☀️
+22°C
7 August
☀️
+31°C
8 August
🌧️
+23°C
9 August
🌧️
+19°C
10 August
☀️
+17°C
11 August
🌧️
+17°C
12 August
☀️
+19°C
13 August
☁️
+20°C
14 August
☀️
+22°C
15 August
☀️
+24°C
16 August
☁️
+22°C
17 August
☀️
+22°C
18 August
☀️
+21°C
19 August
☀️
+18°C
20 August
☀️
+21°C
21 August
🌧️
+19°C
22 August
☁️
+20°C
23 August
☀️
+20°C
24 August
🌫️
+19°C
25 August
☀️
+19°C
26 August
☀️
+21°C
27 August
🌧️
+20°C
28 August
🌧️
+15°C
29 August
☀️
+19°C
30 August
🌧️
+17°C
31 August
☁️
+18°C
In August 2023 Turku had 15 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+6°C) and the highest in 2020 (+11°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 300 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 615 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turku in August:

Is August a good time to visit Turku?

It’s always a good time to visit Turku, 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 Turku in August?

August has mild temperatures in Turku. 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 Turku in August?

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

Is Turku rainy in August?

Turku 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 Turku in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Turku 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 Turku

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turku, 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.