August · Norway
Best time to visit Geirangerfjord in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Geirangerfjord in August
Average temperature 8°C, 254 mm of rain, about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.7/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 254 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 7
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Geirangerfjord scores 4.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 254 mm of rain, and roughly 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Geirangerfjord cuts deep between waterfalls and hairpin farms-cruise or Eagle Road viewpoints define the classic visit. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
August in Geirangerfjord — the hardest end of the year
Expect 8°C (46°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 254 mm: only about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Geirangerfjord in August?
- In August, Geirangerfjord averages 8°C, 254 mm of rain, and about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Geirangerfjord?
- August earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Geirangerfjord in August?
- Expect about 254 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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