Tórshavn weather in August

Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
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August in Tórshavn: cool, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Tórshavn · #384 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 84/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Tórshavn climate normals — August

Daytime high12°C / 54°F🙂 cool
Nighttime low10°C / 50°F
Rainfall49 mm / 1.9 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days14 days
Humidity87%💦 very humid
Dew point9°C / 48°F
Sunshine8.7 h/day
Daylight15.9 h
Wind23 km/h / 14 mph
Air quality (US AQI)34🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Tórshavn in August — FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Tórshavn?
August in Tórshavn: cool, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Tórshavn on SeasonMap's comfort score (84/100).
What is the weather like in Tórshavn in August?
In August, Tórshavn averages a daily high of 12.3°C and a low of 10°C, with about 49.2 mm of rain over roughly 13.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Tórshavn in August?
Tórshavn has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 34 in August.

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