Late summer · Weather & things to do
Svolvær in August
Little changes in Svolvær from July: highs stay near 58°F (14°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), and about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls.
At 67/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (93 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~17 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs near 58°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (93 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
Long days help: there are roughly 17 h 03 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around August
August is one of Svolvær's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 51/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (69 → 67/100).
- Our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends Late Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Svolvær in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Vågan Church
The 1898 'Lofoten Cathedral' in Kabelvåg, a wooden church built for the fishermen who crowded in each winter.
Børsen Spiseri
Restaurant in an 1828 fish-trading house on Svinøya, serving stockfish, cod and lamb by candlelight.
Henningsvær
Fishing village spread over skerries south of Svolvær, with galleries, cafes and a harbour of working boats.
Fiskekrogen
Long-running seafood restaurant on the Henningsvær quay, known for fish soup and the catch of the day.
Nearby in August
- Reine in August~43 mi · highs 56°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Tromsø in August~146 mi · highs 60°F, 4.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Svolvær in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Svolvær?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 67/100. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain. Our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends Late Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Svolvær in August?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in August?
Some: about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1314 mm).
What should I pack for Svolvær in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Svolvær in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.