Weather in Tromsø in August
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
August is a wet time to visit Tromsø. Tromsø has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 25 rainy days per month.
14°C
8°C
25days
18.2h
Is August a good time to visit Tromsø?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
3:45 AM
9:54 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C | -5°C | 21 | Excellent (best) |
| February | -1°C | -6°C | 24 | Excellent (best) |
| March | -1°C | -5°C | 26 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 1°C | -3°C | 19 | Wet |
| May | 5°C | 0°C | 16 | Wet |
| June | 14°C | 7°C | 8 | Good |
| July | 16°C | 10°C | 19 | Wet |
| August | 14°C | 8°C | 25 | Wet |
| September | 11°C | 6°C | 22 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 6°C | 1°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 3°C | -2°C | 20 | Excellent (best) |
| December | -1°C | -6°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for August
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is August a good time to visit Tromsø? +
August is typically Wet for visiting Tromsø, with average highs of 14°C and around 25 rainy days.
What should I pack for Tromsø in August? +
With highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Tromsø in August? +
Tromsø typically sees around 25 rainy days in August.
How many hours of daylight are there in Tromsø in August? +
In August, Tromsø gets approximately 18.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is August peak season in Tromsø? +
No, August is not peak season in Tromsø. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Tromsø? +
The best months to visit Tromsø are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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