If you plan to visit Oulu in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +63°F during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 17 rainy days in the month and around 77 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
77 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Oulu has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Oulu in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Oulu for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 24% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +63°F.
Is Oulu warm or cold in August?
Oulu is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +52°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is one of the warmest months in Oulu, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Oulu in August
Water in Oulu in August is Fresh. It varies from +58°F to +64°F, with an average of +61°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Oulu are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +62°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +31°F.
Can you swim in Oulu in August?
Water temperature (+61°F) in Oulu in August might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Oulu in August
Oulu weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+63°F
+54°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+36°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+84°F
+75°F
Rainfall
76 mm
77 mm
59 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+61°F
+55°F
Humidity
75%
78%
82%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
6
4
3
Cloudy days
8
9
10
Rainy days
16
17
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.It’s getting colder in August. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 76 mm to 77 mm.Humidity rises from 75% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in July to 4 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Oulu in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Oulu is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Oulu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 104 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Oulu, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Oulu wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Oulu?
This is the weather in Oulu in August 2023:
1 August
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+71°F
2 August
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+76°F
3 August
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+77°F
4 August
🌧️
+70°F
5 August
☀️
+68°F
6 August
☀️
+71°F
7 August
☀️
+82°F
8 August
☀️
+84°F
9 August
☀️
+72°F
10 August
☀️
+74°F
11 August
☀️
+75°F
12 August
☀️
+69°F
13 August
☀️
+64°F
14 August
☀️
+68°F
15 August
☀️
+71°F
16 August
🌧️
+65°F
17 August
☁️
+64°F
18 August
☀️
+68°F
19 August
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+69°F
20 August
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+67°F
21 August
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+74°F
22 August
☀️
+69°F
23 August
☀️
+67°F
24 August
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+65°F
25 August
☀️
+68°F
26 August
☀️
+69°F
27 August
☀️
+72°F
28 August
☀️
+66°F
29 August
🌧️
+61°F
30 August
☀️
+66°F
31 August
🌧️
+62°F
In August 2023 Oulu had 24 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Oulu climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Oulu in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+37°F) and the highest in 2020 (+47°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 247 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 603 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Oulu in August:
Is August a good time to visit Oulu?
It’s always a good time to visit Oulu, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Oulu in August?
August has mild temperatures in Oulu. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Oulu in August?
In general, you can swim in Oulu in August, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +61°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Oulu rainy in August?
Oulu is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Oulu in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Oulu in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Oulu, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
