What August feels like in Trondheim
In Trondheim, August brings late summer. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Trondheim in August
August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 7 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 6.2 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
Mid-month, Trondheim gets 16 h 23 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:12 am to sunset near 9:35 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 3 h 5 min less daylight than mid-July. About 61% 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 Trondheim. Against July, the average high is 1.1°C (2°F) lower, with 13 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into September. By September, typical highs are 14.4°C (57.9°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Trondheim in August
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Trondheim in August?
Expect around 17.9°C (64.2°F) in the afternoon and 10.9°C (51.6°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Trondheim in August?
Quite a lot — 111 mm spread over about 16 days.
What should I wear in Trondheim in August?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Trondheim?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#4 of 12 vs #5). September is cooler.