August weather forecast
Umeå, Sweden

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Weather in August

August marks the end of summer in Umeå with a gradual decline in average temperatures. It's a period of transition as the weather transitions from summer to early autumn. The conditions remain generally warm but with an occasional coolness creeping into the early morning and late evening hours. Rainfall remains moderately high through the month. Despite the slight decrease in daylight hours, the month highlights an abundance of sunlight.

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.4°C (63.3°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. In Umeå, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 11.8°C (53.2°F) during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Umeå is 76%.

Rainfall

In Umeå, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Umeå, there are 126.6 rainfall days, and 418mm (16.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Umeå, Sweden, snow does not fall in June through September.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).
Note: Swimming in 15°C (59°F) does not offer a pleasant experience for most individuals. The act of controlling one's breathing becomes progressively difficult as the water temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Umeå, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:50 and sunset at 21:39. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:57 CEST.

Sunshine

In Umeå, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Umeå, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Umeå?

The high-temperature in Umeå, Sweden, during August is 17.4°C (63.3°F) and the low-temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Umeå?

In Umeå, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Umeå?

In Umeå, Sweden, in August, during 14 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Umeå?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What month is the sea warmest in Umeå?

The month with the warmest seawater in Umeå is August, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).

How cold is the water in August in Umeå?

In Umeå, in August, the average water temperature is 15°C (59°F). For most, swimming in 15°C (59°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Umeå have in August?

In August, the average day length in Umeå is 16h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Umeå?

On the first day of August in Umeå, sunrise is at 03:50 and sunset at 21:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:57 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Umeå have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Umeå is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Umeå?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Umeå, Sweden, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average temperature in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.6°C).

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Average pressure in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average pressure in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average wind speed in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average humidity in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average rainfall in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in August: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average rainfall days in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Umeå, Sweden

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (199mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Umeå, Sweden

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average sea temperature in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average sunshine days in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average UV index in August - Umeå, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average cloud cover in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Umeå, Sweden

Average visibility in August - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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Umeå, Sweden

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