August weather forecastMurmansk, Russia

August

Weather in August

Come August, Murmansk sees a slight dip in temperatures as the month records a high-temperature average of 14.9°C (58.8°F). The weather continues to remain comfortable and temperate. Sunlight hours gradually shorten, indicating the oncoming change of seasons. Rain showers persist with humidity slightly on the rise. As September approaches, the city expects the onset of cooler temperatures and the gradual arrival of autumn.

Temperature

August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a moderate 14.9°C (58.8°F) from July's 17.3°C (63.1°F). The low-temperature average for Murmansk during August stands at a chilly 8°C (46.4°F).

Humidity

In Murmansk, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Murmansk, during August, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Murmansk, there are 99.5 rainfall days, and 494mm (19.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

July and August are months without snowfall in Murmansk.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Murmansk, Russia, is 11.3°C (52.3°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 11.3°C (52.3°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 17h and 42min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year in Murmansk.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 02:47 and sunset at 23:00. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 20:28 MSK.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Murmansk is 5h.

UV index

In Murmansk, Russia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Murmansk, records 14.9°C (58.8°F), while the low-temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

In Murmansk, Russia, in August, during 21 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Murmansk, snow does not fall in July and August.

In Murmansk, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

In August, the average sea temperature in Murmansk is 11.3°C (52.3°F). Swimming in 11.3°C (52.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

August has the longest days of the year in Murmansk, Russia, with an average of 17h and 42min of daylight.

The average day length in August in Murmansk is 17h and 44min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 02:47 and sunset at 23:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 20:28 MSK.

In Murmansk, Russia, the average sunshine duration in August is 5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average high temperature in August: 14.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13°C).

Average humidity in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average rainfall in August: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (24 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average sea temperature in August: 11.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.7°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average daylight in August: 17h and 42min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

Average UV index in August
Murmansk, Russia

  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).