Oslo vs Stockholm

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Stockholm edges ahead as the better destination in August. Stockholm offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Oslo sees 11 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Oslo sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Stockholm is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Stockholm is the stronger choice in August. Stockholm receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Oslo reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 7°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.

Oslo receives approximately 108 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Stockholm sees 69 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Stockholm the drier option by 2 rain days and 39 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.