August weather forecast
Skagen, Denmark

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Weather in August

August weather in Skagen winds down the summer with a slight cooling off but still maintains a warm climate. The seawater remains warm, luring the beach-goers and the swimmers, matching the air temperature closely at 17.8°C (64°F). An increased cloud cover indicates the approaching end of summer with the rainfall reaching its yearly peak at 30mm (1.18") precipitation. While tourists continue to enjoy the city's beauty, they come prepared for unexpected showers.

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature in Skagen registers at a still enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F), nearly identical to July's 17.9°C (64.2°F). During the nights of August, Skagen maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Skagen is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Skagen is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Skagen.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Skagen, Denmark, is August, with an average sea temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).
Note: A surface water temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of August in Skagen, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 21:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:18 CEST.

Sunshine

In Skagen, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Skagen, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in August translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Skagen?

The high-temperature in Skagen, Denmark, during August is 17.8°C (64°F) and the low-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Skagen?

In Skagen, Denmark, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Skagen?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Skagen. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Skagen in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Skagen?

May through October are months without snowfall in Skagen, Denmark.

What month is the sea warmest in Skagen?

With an average sea temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Skagen.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Skagen?

In August, the average sea temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Skagen have in August?

In Skagen, the average day length in August is 15h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Skagen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 21:34. On the last day of the month, in Skagen, Denmark, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:18 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skagen have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Skagen, Denmark, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Skagen?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Skagen is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average temperature in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.7°C).

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Average pressure in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average pressure in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average wind speed in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average wind speed in August: 22.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (30.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (21.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average humidity in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average rainfall in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average rainfall in August: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average rainfall days in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average snowfall in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average snowfall days in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average sea temperature in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.1°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average sunshine days in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average UV index in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average cloud cover in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Skagen, Denmark

Average visibility in August - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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