Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Oslo | Stockholm | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 20°C (68°F)▲ | Stockholm |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 5°C (41°F) | 14°C (57°F)▲ | Stockholm |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 12 days | Oslo |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 60 mm▲ | 69 mm | Oslo |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 12h/day▲ | Stockholm |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 16 km/h | Oslo |
Oslo 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.
Oslo sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Stockholm is also comfortable at 20°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Oslo is the stronger choice in August. Stockholm receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Oslo reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and 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 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Oslo receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Stockholm sees 69 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Oslo the drier option by 7 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 17°C, lows of 5°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 20°C, lows of 14°C, 12 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Oslo | Stockholm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 3d | 0°C | 8d |
| Feb | 3°C | 3d | 1°C | 8d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 4°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 9°C | 8d |
| May | 22°C | 6d | 14°C | 9d |
| Jun | 24°C | 6d | 18°C | 11d |
| Jul | 22°C | 6d | 21°C | 11d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 20°C | 12d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 16°C | 8d |
| Oct | 3°C | 3d | 9°C | 10d |
| Nov | -2°C | 3d | 5°C | 10d |
| Dec | -4°C | 3d | 2°C | 10d |
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