August · Norway
Best time to visit Stavanger in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Stavanger in August
Average temperature 15°C, 133 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 133 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Stavanger scores 6.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 15°C, 133 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Coastal city gateway to iconic hikes like Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) and Lysefjord.
August in Stavanger — middling scores, decent value
Temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
133 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 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.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Stavanger — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Stavanger in August?
- In August, Stavanger averages 15°C, 133 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Stavanger?
- August earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Stavanger in August?
- Expect about 133 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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