August weather forecastMoskenes, Norway

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a mild month in Moskenes, Norway, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and an average low of 11.6°C (52.9°F).

Temperature

Moskenes, Norway, notes the warmest temperatures in August, with a high average of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low of 11.6°C (52.9°F).

Humidity

In Moskenes, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout August, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Moskenes, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 477mm (18.78") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Moskenes, snow does not fall in June through September.

Sea temperature

In Moskenes, the average seawater temperature in August is 13°C (55.4°F).
Note: Staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

August has the longest days of the year in Moskenes, with an average of 17h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:28 and sunset at 22:59. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:42 CEST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Moskenes.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Moskenes is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

In Moskenes, August registers the highest temperatures, averaging 13.3°C (55.9°F) at the peak and 11.6°C (52.9°F) at the lowest.

The high-temperature, in August, in Moskenes, records 13.3°C (55.9°F), while the low-temperature is 11.6°C (52.9°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Moskenes is 81%.

In August, in Moskenes, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout August, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Moskenes, Norway, in August, the average water temperature is 13°C (55.4°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The month with the longest days is August, with an average of 17h and 18min of daylight.

In Moskenes, the average day length in August is 17h and 20min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 03:28 and sunset at 22:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:42 CEST.

August has the most sunshine of the year in Moskenes, Norway, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Moskenes, Norway, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average high temperature in August: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average wind speed in August: 20.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and December (31.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (19.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average rainfall in August: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in August: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (125mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in August: 13°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 17h and 18min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average UV index in August: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is March (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in August: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in August
Moskenes, Norway

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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