August · Norway
Best time to visit Henningsvær in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Henningsvær in August
Average temperature 14°C, 134 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.9/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 134 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Henningsvær scores 7.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 14°C, 134 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Henningsvær is a Lofoten fishing village spread over small islands, with quays, galleries and a climbing peak.
August holds up well in Henningsvær — 3rd best month
August averages 14°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Monthly rainfall reaches 134 mm — wet for this destination — but about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.9/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Henningsvær in August?
- In August, Henningsvær averages 14°C, 134 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Henningsvær?
- August earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Henningsvær in August?
- Expect about 134 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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