August weather forecastHammerfest, Norway
August
Weather in August
August continues the trend of warm, pleasant weather even as summer peaks and begins to tilt towards autumn. Notably, there is no snowfall in August, similar to July - commitment to the preservation of warm weather. Extended daylight hours, pleasant sea temperatures, and no snowfall continue to make it a preferred month for tourists in Hammerfest.Temperature
The transition into August in Hammerfest, Norway, is marked with an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12°C (53.6°F), showing an insignificant shift from July's 12.7°C (54.9°F). August registers an average low temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) in Hammerfest, subtly lower than the daytime maximum.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Hammerfest, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hammerfest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 490mm (19.29") of precipitation.Snowfall
July and August are months without snowfall in Hammerfest.Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater in Hammerfest, Norway, with an average sea temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 10.6°C (51.1°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.
Daylight
The month with the longest days is August, with an average of 18h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 01:33 and sunset at 23:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 04:34 and sunset at 20:16 CEST.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Hammerfest, with an average of 8h of sunshine.UV index
In Hammerfest, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average high temperature in August: 12°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 8.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average pressure in August: 1011mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average wind speed in August: 16km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (25.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and June (79%).
Average rainfall in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average rainfall in August: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (33mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (145mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average sea temperature in August: 10.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (4.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average daylight in August: 18h and 30min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average UV index in August: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average cloud cover in August: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).
Average visibility in August
Hammerfest, Norway
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).
