August weather forecastSortland, Norway
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Sortland, Norway, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.5°C (49.1°F) and 13.3°C (55.9°F).Temperature
Sortland experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderate 13.3°C (55.9°F) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 13.6°C (56.5°F) in July. Consistently, Sortland reports average nighttime temperatures of 9.5°C (49.1°F) during August, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In August, in Sortland, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.5 rainfall days, and 959mm (37.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Sortland, snow does not fall in July and August.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater in Sortland is August, with an average sea temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).Note: Dipping into 12.3°C (54.1°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.
Daylight
With an average of 17h and 36min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year in Sortland, Norway.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:04 and sunset at 23:05. On the last day of August, in Sortland, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 20:37 CEST.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average high temperature in August: 13.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 9.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4°C).
Average pressure in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average pressure in August: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average wind speed in August: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).
Average humidity in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average rainfall in August: 62mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (59mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (370mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average sea temperature in August: 12.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.9°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average daylight in August: 17h and 36min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Sortland, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average cloud cover in August: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).
Average visibility in August
Sortland, Norway
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (8km).
