Unstad in August
August is a good month for surfing at Unstad (best: January–March, December).
Plan your trip to UnstadEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.7 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 16°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 22 sunny days, 20 rainy days
UnstadNordland (Lofoten), NorwayBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ LKN 13 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
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KlitmøllerDenmark · 1274 km away · water 18°C1.5 m waves2
Thurso EastUnited Kingdom · 1361 km away · water 14°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Unstad
- Unstad Arctic Surf 0.5 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Unstad?
August is a good month for surfing at Unstad (best: January–March, December). Waves 1.7 m, water 14°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 16°C.
How warm is the water at Unstad in August?
About 14°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Unstad in August?
About 1.7 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Unstad in August?
Around 16°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 22 sunny and 20 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Klitmøller (1.5 m waves) & Thurso East (1.2 m waves).