If you plan to visit Stockholm in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +68°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 73 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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+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stockholm has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Stockholm in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stockholm for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +48°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +68°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +68°F.
Is Stockholm warm or cold in August?
Stockholm is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +70°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +55°F to +55°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 Stockholm, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Stockholm in August
Water in Stockholm in August is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +70°F, with an average of +65°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +68°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Stockholm are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +33°F.
Can you swim in Stockholm in August?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Stockholm 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.
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Climate in Stockholm in August
Stockholm weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+70°F
+68°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+37°F
+30°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+88°F
+79°F
Rainfall
70 mm
73 mm
51 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+64°F
+65°F
+58°F
Humidity
70%
75%
79%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
7
5
5
Cloudy days
6
6
10
Rainy days
16
18
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
August typically has worse weather conditions compared to July.It’s getting colder in August. From +70°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 70 mm to 73 mm.Humidity rises from 70% to 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in July to 5 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Stockholm in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Stockholm is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 186 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 27 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Stockholm, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Stockholm wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Stockholm?
This is the weather in Stockholm in August 2023:
1 August
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+69°F
2 August
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+68°F
3 August
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+64°F
4 August
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+68°F
5 August
🌫️
+70°F
6 August
🌧️
+66°F
7 August
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+73°F
8 August
🌧️
+62°F
9 August
🌧️
+59°F
10 August
🌧️
+59°F
11 August
☀️
+65°F
12 August
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+68°F
13 August
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+71°F
14 August
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+74°F
15 August
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+75°F
16 August
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+72°F
17 August
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+71°F
18 August
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+69°F
19 August
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+68°F
20 August
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+65°F
21 August
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+68°F
22 August
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+68°F
23 August
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+69°F
24 August
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+69°F
25 August
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+64°F
26 August
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+66°F
27 August
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+68°F
28 August
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+61°F
29 August
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+69°F
30 August
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+65°F
31 August
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+68°F
In August 2023 Stockholm had 6 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 62%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Stockholm climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Stockholm in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+45°F) and the highest in 2020 (+54°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 313 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 835 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stockholm in August:
Is August a good time to visit Stockholm?
It’s always a good time to visit Stockholm, 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 Stockholm in August?
August has mild temperatures in Stockholm. 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 Stockholm in August?
In general, you can swim in Stockholm in August, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Stockholm rainy in August?
Stockholm 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 Stockholm in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stockholm in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Stockholm in August?
The normal prices to fly to Stockholm is $570 - $570. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stockholm, 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.
