August · Norway
Best time to visit Lillehammer in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lillehammer in August
Average temperature 15°C, 140 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.1/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 140 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Lillehammer scores 8.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 15°C, 140 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lillehammer sits at the north end of Lake Mjøsa, home of the 1994 Winter Olympics and the Maihaugen museum.
August in Lillehammer: strong conditions, 4th of 12
Temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
140 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
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.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lillehammer in August?
- In August, Lillehammer averages 15°C, 140 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lillehammer?
- August earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lillehammer in August?
- Expect about 140 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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