August weather forecast
Piteå, Sweden

August

Weather in August

August presents an extended version of July's summer charm. While the temperature slightly drops from July's peak, it is still pleasurably warm. An interesting feature of August is the highest recorded humidity levels, with an average of 74%. A slight decrease in daylight duration is experienced, indicating the impending arrival of autumn. Still, August's favourable weather patterns and persistently warm sea temperatures make it an ideal month for water activities and enjoying the outdoors.

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Piteå records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in August, is a fresh 10.8°C (51.4°F).

Humidity

In Piteå, Sweden, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Piteå, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Piteå, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.1 days and collects up to 277mm (10.91") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Piteå, Sweden, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 36min.
On the first day of August in Piteå, sunrise is at 03:30 and sunset at 21:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:57 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In Piteå, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Piteå?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Piteå, is 18.1°C (64.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Piteå?
The average relative humidity in August is 74%.
How many days does it rain in August in Piteå?
In August, in Piteå, Sweden, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Piteå?
In Piteå, Sweden, snow does not fall in June through September.
What is the sea temperature in August in Piteå?
In Piteå, in August, the average water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F). Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in August in Piteå?
The average day length in August in Piteå is 16h and 36min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Piteå?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:30 and sunset at 21:50. On the last day of the month, in Piteå, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:57 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Piteå have in August?
In Piteå, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Piteå?
In Piteå, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average temperature in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.7°C).

Average pressure in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average pressure in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average wind speed in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average humidity in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average rainfall in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in August: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (28mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average rainfall days in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average snowfall in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (156mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average snowfall days in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average sea temperature in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.3°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average sunshine days in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (14.5 days).

Average UV index in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average UV index in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average cloud cover in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August - Piteå, Sweden
Average visibility in August
Piteå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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