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Turku in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Turku in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Turku in August 2024

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Turku in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +68°F during the day and approximately 9 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 8 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 flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turku has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Turku in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Turku for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +73°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 42% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +55°F.

Is Turku warm or cold in August?

Turku 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 down from +55°F to +54°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 Turku, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Turku in August

Turku weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+70°F+68°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+37°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+88°F+75°F
Rainfall
61 mm73 mm56 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
71%76%81%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1010 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
1196
Cloudy days
131417
Rainy days
787
Snowy days
000

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 61 mm to 73 mm. Humidity rises from 71% to 76%. Winds are stronger in comparison to July, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in July to 9 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Turku 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 Turku is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 79 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Turku, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Turku wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Turku?

This is the weather in Turku in August 2023:
1 August
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+74°F
2 August
☀️
+68°F
3 August
☁️
+71°F
4 August
☀️
+77°F
5 August
☀️
+79°F
6 August
☁️
+68°F
7 August
☀️
+68°F
8 August
🌧️
+68°F
9 August
☀️
+73°F
10 August
☀️
+72°F
11 August
☀️
+74°F
12 August
☀️
+80°F
13 August
☀️
+80°F
14 August
☀️
+81°F
15 August
☀️
+83°F
16 August
☀️
+87°F
17 August
☀️
+78°F
18 August
☀️
+83°F
19 August
☀️
+83°F
20 August
☀️
+81°F
21 August
🌧️
+74°F
22 August
☀️
+73°F
23 August
☀️
+72°F
24 August
☁️
+65°F
25 August
☀️
+72°F
26 August
☁️
+65°F
27 August
☀️
+76°F
28 August
☁️
+73°F
29 August
☀️
+65°F
30 August
☀️
+65°F
31 August
☀️
+55°F
In August 2023 Turku had 24 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Turku climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Turku in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+61°F) and the highest in 2012 (+78°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 16 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 142 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turku in August:

Is August a good time to visit Turku?

It’s always a good time to visit Turku, 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 Turku in August?

August has mild temperatures in Turku. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Turku rainy in August?

Turku 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 Turku in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Turku in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Turku

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turku, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.