Late summer · Weather & things to do
Geiranger in August
Little changes in Geiranger from July: highs stay near 64°F (18°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), and about 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain falls.
At 64/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 7.7 in (196 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 54°F (12°C).
Expect regular rain: about 7.7 in (196 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 83%.
With about 15 h 41 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around August
August is one of Geiranger's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 47/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (66 → 64/100).
- 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 54°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Geiranger in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Trollstigen
Hairpin road down a sheer mountain wall, with a viewing platform.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Geirangerfjord cruise
Boat trip past the Seven Sisters and other falls on the UNESCO fjord.
Why now August scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Dalsnibba
Toll road to a 1,500 m skywalk over the valley and fjord.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 7.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Geiranger Sjokolade
Chocolate shop in an old boathouse.
Norwegian Fjord Centre
Museum on fjord life, farming and avalanches.
Nearby in August
- Flåm in August~86 mi · highs 67°F, 6.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Bergen in August~134 mi · highs 66°F, 8.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oslo in August~192 mi · highs 69°F, 4.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,165 m to Geiranger's ~12 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.
Geiranger in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Geiranger?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 64/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends.
How hot is Geiranger in August?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Geiranger in August?
Yes: about 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 92.9 in (2360 mm).
What should I pack for Geiranger in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Geiranger
Routes in season in August
- Norway in a Nutshell May – Sep
Planning Geiranger in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.