Late summer · Weather & things to do
Flåm in August
Flåm edges cooler than July, with highs of 67°F (19°C), lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain.
At 70/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 6.0 in (153 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 67°F (19°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.0 in (153 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
With about 15 h 29 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around August
August is one of Flåm's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 59/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (70 → 70/100).
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 55°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.0 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Flåm in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Brekkefossen
Short, steep hike to a waterfall above the Flåm valley.
Why now August scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Otternes Bygdetun
Hillside farm cluster of 27 old buildings above Aurlandsfjord.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Flåm Railway
20 km train climb from fjord to mountains past waterfalls.
Undredal
Tiny fjord village with Scandinavia's smallest church and goat cheese.
Nærøyfjord cruise
Electric boat cruise through the narrow UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 6.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Bergen in August~69 mi · highs 66°F, 8.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Geiranger in August~86 mi · highs 64°F, 7.7 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Oslo in August~140 mi · highs 69°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~798 m to Flåm's ~14 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Flåm in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Flåm?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 70/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends.
How hot is Flåm in August?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Flåm in August?
Yes: about 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 69.9 in (1775 mm).
What should I pack for Flåm in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 55°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.0 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Norway in a Nutshell May – Sep
Planning Flåm in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.