Lapland in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Lapland in august 2025
Here, find the the weather forecast for august for most popular cities in Lapland. These datas are statistics for august from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in august in Rovaniemi
good weather
Weather at 6am
56°F
Clear/Sunny
29% of time
27%
21%
16%
Weather at 12pm
63°F
Moderate rain at times
31% of time
26%
23%
14%
Weather at 6pm
58°F
Clear/Sunny
27% of time
27%
24%
12%
Weather at 3am
52°F
28%
21%
20%
14%
Where to go in Lapland in august?
Where to go in Lapland in august: destination map
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tolerable
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Where should you go in Lapland in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Lapland in august ranges from good to bad depending on the region and city.
It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Lapland that month is, on average, good in Piteå, Pajala, Kolari, Pello, Lulea, Robertsfors, Rovaniemi, Lycksele, Sodankylä, Kittilä, Umeå, Skellefteå, Ranua and Ylitornio. I allows to appreciate vacation in these locations. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the hotel pool!
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example to go sightseeing, the cities of Arvidsjaur, Saariselkä, Inari (Lake Inari), Lyngseidet, Salla, Alta, Jokkmokk, Kautokeino, Apatity, Gällivare, Kiruna, Tornio, Ivalo, Kemi, Oulanka National Park, Tromso, Pelkosenniemi, Skjervoy, Storuman, Mourmansk, Muonio, Storslett, Enontekiö and Lakselv have a OK but just acceptable weather for that in august. Finally, it is not advisable to travel in the cities of Vardø, Båtsfjord, Hammerfest, Honningsvåg, Abisko and Vadsø that month because the climate is rather unfavorable.
Climate in Lapland in august
Climate in Rovaniemi in august
In august, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 59°F). The climate is rather cold in this city in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing hot. With 3.8in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of august is a good time to go in Rovaniemi in Lapland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 59°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 53% | ||
| Length of day | 16:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Enontekiö in august
In august, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 56°F). The climate is fairly fresh there in the month of august, but it is bearable when dressing warm. With 4.1in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in Enontekiö in Lapland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||
| Length of day | 17:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Ivalo in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Ivalo is 56°F (maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 52°F). The climate is quite cool here in august, but it is endurable when dressing hot. With 3.9in over 7 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, the month of august is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this city.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 17:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Alta in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 56°F). The climate is relatively cold in that locality in the month of august, but it is bearable by dressing warm. With just 2.6in over 4 days,
it rains very little during your trip.
With a correct climate, the month of august is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this locality in Norway.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 53°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 16 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 18:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Inari (Lake Inari) in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is relatively cold around this city in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing cosy. With 4.2in over 6 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Lapland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||
| Length of day | 17:48 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Lapland in august
| Rovaniemi in august | good weather |
| Enontekiö in august | tolerable weather |
| Ivalo in august | tolerable weather |
| Alta in august | tolerable weather |
| Inari (Lake Inari) in august | tolerable weather |
| Kemi in august | good weather |
| Lulea in august | good weather |
| Oulanka National Park in august | tolerable weather |
| Saariselkä in august | tolerable weather |
| Tromso in august | tolerable weather |
| Abisko in august | bad weather |
| Lyngen Alps (Lyngsalpan) in august | tolerable weather |
| Honningsvåg in august | bad weather |
| Kilpisjärvi in august | bad weather |
| Kirkenes in august | tolerable weather |
| Kiruna in august | tolerable weather |
| Kittilä in august | good weather |
| Lemmenjoki National park (Lemmenjoen kansallispuisto) in august | tolerable weather |
| Padjelanta nationalpark in august | bad weather |
| Pajala in august | good weather |
| Pallas-Yllästunturin national park (Pallas-Yllästunturin kansallispuisto) in august | tolerable weather |
| Ranua in august | good weather |
Weather data for Lapland in august:
Weather data for Lapland in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Lapland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Lapland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Lapland.