What August feels like in Aarhus
Late summer arrives in Aarhus with August. The middle of the day is pleasantly mild. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Aarhus in August
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. Wet days average about 5.9 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.2 mm per wet day. August is Aarhus's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 5:48 am and sets around 9:00 pm local time, giving 15 h 12 min of daylight. Compared with mid-July, the day has lost 1 h 55 min. About 73% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Aarhus. Compared with July, afternoons are 0.5°C (0.9°F) cooler, with 1 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into September. The next month's average high: 17.1°C (62.8°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Aarhus in August
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Aarhus in August?
It feels mild: typical highs are 20.1°C (68.2°F), with lows near 13.6°C (56.5°F).
Does it rain a lot in Aarhus in August?
Quite a lot — 82 mm spread over about 14 days.
What should I wear in Aarhus in August?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Aarhus?
September, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Aarhus's months, against #4 for the other. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.