August weather forecastHaugesund, Norway

August weather for Haugesund, Norway: Haugesund's warmest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 16.5°C (61.7°F) to a low of 13.8°C (56.8°F). In August, temperatures plateau at 16.5°C (61.7°F), marking it as the warmest month in Haugesund.

August

Weather in August

In August, temperatures plateau at 16.5°C (61.7°F), marking it as the warmest month in Haugesund. Despite the summer month label, rainfall takes a sharp turn upwards compared to July, resulting in a wet yet warm climate. Similar to July, the weather oscillates between hot sunshine-filled days and abrupt, drenching rainfall. The high sea temperatures and humidity levels persist, indicating that summer in Haugesund is in full swing. Characteristically, August balances intense heat with occasional showers, making for a lively and unpredictable weather experience.

Temperature

Haugesund records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 16.5°C (61.7°F) and a low of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

In Haugesund, Norway, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Haugesund, during August, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation. In Haugesund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.1 days and collects up to 1290mm (50.79") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Haugesund, Norway, snow does not fall in June through September.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Haugesund, with an average sea temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 16.2°C (61.2°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 15h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 22:05. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 20:43 CEST.

Sunshine

In Haugesund, Norway, the average sunshine in August is 7.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

Haugesund's warmest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 16.5°C (61.7°F) to a low of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

August temperatures in Haugesund, Norway, vary between a high-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) and a low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

In Haugesund, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

In Haugesund, Norway, in August, during 21.4 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

June through September are months without snowfall.

The month with the warmest seawater in Haugesund is August, with an average sea temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

In August, the average sea temperature in Haugesund, Norway, is 16.2°C (61.2°F). Swimming in 16.2°C (61.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Haugesund, the average day length in August is 15h and 29min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 22:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 20:43 CEST.

In Haugesund, Norway, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.8h.

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Haugesund, Norway.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Haugesund is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average high temperature in August: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (4.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average wind speed in August: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average rainfall in August: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (58mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (62mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in August: 16.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in August: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in August
Haugesund, Norway

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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