Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Helsinki | Stockholm | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 20°C (68°F) | 20°C (68°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 14°C (57°F) | 14°C (57°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 12 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 76 mm | 69 mm▲ | Stockholm |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day | 12h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 16 km/h▲ | Stockholm |
Helsinki and Stockholm are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Helsinki sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Stockholm is also comfortable at 20°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.
Helsinki reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Stockholm averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Helsinki receives approximately 76 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Stockholm sees 69 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 20°C, lows of 14°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 20°C, lows of 14°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Helsinki | Stockholm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 11d | 0°C | 8d |
| Feb | -3°C | 9d | 1°C | 8d |
| Mar | 1°C | 9d | 4°C | 8d |
| Apr | 7°C | 9d | 9°C | 8d |
| May | 13°C | 9d | 14°C | 9d |
| Jun | 17°C | 12d | 18°C | 11d |
| Jul | 21°C | 12d | 21°C | 11d |
| Aug | 20°C | 12d | 20°C | 12d |
| Sep | 15°C | 10d | 16°C | 8d |
| Oct | 8°C | 12d | 9°C | 10d |
| Nov | 3°C | 12d | 5°C | 10d |
| Dec | 0°C | 12d | 2°C | 10d |
Helsinki Weather in August
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Stockholm Weather in August
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