Weather by month for Tórshavn, the best months to go and how Faroe Islands's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Jul, Aug
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 13°C · 18–20 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 5°C to 12°C · 16–22 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine, sea temperature and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Sea temp | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 1°C | 20 days (147 mm) | 1.8 h/day | 7°C | 0.5/10 |
| February | 5°C / 2°C | 19 days (145 mm) | 3.9 h/day | 7°C | 1.0/10 |
| March | 6°C / 2°C | 22 days (134 mm) | 5.7 h/day | 7°C | 1.4/10 |
| April | 7°C / 3°C | 16 days (85 mm) | 7.8 h/day | 7°C | 2.0/10 |
| May | 9°C / 5°C | 17 days (83 mm) | 8.6 h/day | 8°C | 2.6/10 |
| June | 11°C / 8°C | 16 days (97 mm) | 9.0 h/day | 9°C | 3.7/10 |
| Best month: July | 13°C / 9°C | 20 days (108 mm) | 7.8 h/day | 11°C | 4.3/10 |
| Best month: August | 13°C / 9°C | 18 days (113 mm) | 7.7 h/day | 11°C | 4.3/10 |
| September | 12°C / 8°C | 19 days (143 mm) | 5.6 h/day | 11°C | 3.1/10 |
| October | 9°C / 6°C | 20 days (163 mm) | 3.8 h/day | 10°C | 1.5/10 |
| November | 7°C / 4°C | 19 days (140 mm) | 2.2 h/day | 9°C | 0.6/10 |
| December | 6°C / 2°C | 20 days (169 mm) | 1.0 h/day | 8°C | 0.3/10 |
Figures for Tórshavn; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
5°C / 1°C · 20 rain days · 1.8 h sun · sea 7°C
Days are short and dark, with highs near 5°C and lows around 1°C. Rain falls on about 20 days, and sun hours average just 1.8 a day. The low score reflects tough weather: this is a month for storm-watching or indoor culture, not hiking, though New Year's Day marks the start.
5°C / 2°C · 19 rain days · 3.9 h sun · sea 7°C
Still cold, with highs of 5°C and lows of 1.5°C. Rain days drop slightly to 18.5, and sun creeps up to 3.9 hours a day. The verdict stays weak, since wind and short daylight limit outdoor plans, but light is slowly returning.
6°C / 2°C · 22 rain days · 5.7 h sun · sea 7°C
Highs reach 5.7°C but rain days climb to 21.6, the wettest spell of days all year. Sun hours rise to 5.7, giving brighter afternoons despite the frequent showers. Scores remain low, as changeable weather and lingering cold keep this an off-season month.
7°C / 3°C · 16 rain days · 7.8 h sun · sea 7°C
Spring brings relief: highs hit 6.9°C and rain days fall to 15.9, among the driest counts of the year. Sun hours reach 7.8. Easter weekend and National Flag Day on the 25th fall in this month, though the overall score is still weak.
9°C / 5°C · 17 rain days · 8.6 h sun · sea 8°C
Highs climb to 9.1°C and lows finally clear freezing at 5.2°C. Rain days are a manageable 16.6, with sun hours at 8.6. General Prayer Day, Ascension Day and Whit weekend all land in May, and conditions are improving, though the verdict is still cautious.
11°C / 8°C · 16 rain days · 9.0 h sun · sea 9°C
Highs reach 11.4°C with lows of 7.7°C, and sun hours peak at 9 a day. Rain days sit at 16.2, among the lowest of the year. Constitution Day falls on the 5th, and this is when long daylight hours make up for the still-cool air, pushing the score toward the year's best range.
13°C / 9°C · 20 rain days · 7.8 h sun · sea 11°C
This is one of the two best months to visit, with highs of 12.7°C and sea temperatures reaching 10.8°C, the warmest water of the year. Rain days rise again to 20.1, so pack for showers even in midsummer. Saint Olav's Eve and Day close out the month with the islands' main festival period.
13°C / 9°C · 18 rain days · 7.7 h sun · sea 11°C
August ties July for the top score, with highs of 12.8°C, the warmest air of the year, and sea at 11.3°C. Rain days ease slightly to 18.4, and sun hours stay solid at 7.7. This is the most reliable stretch for hiking and boat trips.
12°C / 8°C · 19 rain days · 5.6 h sun · sea 11°C
Highs drop to 11.5°C and sun hours fall sharply to 5.6 as rain days climb to 19.1. The score slides, marking the shift toward autumn storms. Colours change fast and crowds thin, but weather turns less predictable.
9°C / 6°C · 20 rain days · 3.8 h sun · sea 10°C
Highs fall to 9.2°C and rain days reach 20.2, with rainfall totalling 163mm, among the wettest months. Sun hours drop to 3.8. The low score reflects the start of the stormy, dark season setting in.
7°C / 4°C · 19 rain days · 2.2 h sun · sea 9°C
Highs sit at 6.9°C and sun hours fall to just 2.2 a day. Rain days average 19, and the score is near the year's lowest, as short days and frequent wind and rain dominate. This month suits travellers drawn to dramatic, stormy coastal scenery rather than outdoor activity.
6°C / 2°C · 20 rain days · 1.0 h sun · sea 8°C
This is the toughest month on record, with sun hours at just 1 a day and rainfall peaking at 169mm over 20.2 rain days. Highs reach only 5.7°C. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, St. Stephen's Day and New Year's Eve bring holiday light to the darkest stretch of the year.
By trip type
City sightseeing
July and August are the best months to explore Tórshavn. Highs reach 12.7–12.8°C, the warmest of the year, making it comfortable to walk the streets and sit outside despite 18–20 rain days per month.
Beach
April and May suit coastal walks rather than swimming, since sea temperatures are only 7.1–8.2°C. These months bring fewer rain days (15.9–16.6) and more sun hours (7.8–8.6) than winter, making shoreline time more pleasant.
Hiking & nature
July and August are best for hiking, with highs of 12.7–12.8°C giving the mildest trail conditions. Sun hours sit around 7.7–7.8, though rain still falls on 18 to 20 days, so waterproof gear stays essential.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan)
Public holidays: Maundy Thursday (2 Apr), Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr), National Flag Day (25 Apr)
Public holidays: General Prayer Day (1 May), Ascension Day (14 May), Pentecost (24 May), Whit Monday (25 May)
Public holidays: Constitution Day (5 Jun)
Public holidays: Saint Olav's Eve (28 Jul), Saint Olav's Day (29 Jul)
Public holidays: Christmas Eve (24 Dec), Christmas Day (25 Dec), St. Stephen's Day (26 Dec), New Year's Eve (31 Dec)
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FAQ
Yes, August is one of the two best months to visit. It has the warmest temperatures of the year, with highs of 12.8°C and lows of 9.3°C. Sea temperature peaks at 11.3°C, and sun hours are 7.7 a day. Rain still falls on about 18 days, so pack waterproofs even in the best month.
Yes, July ties with August as the best month to go. Highs reach 12.7°C and lows 9.1°C, with sea temperature at 10.8°C. It is also the wettest of the two peak months, with rain on 20.1 days and 108mm of rainfall, so expect showers between sunny spells.
January is the toughest month to visit, scoring just 0.5 out of the year. Highs only reach 5.1°C and lows drop to 1.4°C. Sun hours fall to 1.8 a day, the second-lowest of the year, and rain falls on almost 20 days. It can still suit travellers chasing winter darkness or storms over the Atlantic.
July and August are the best months, both scoring 4.3 and rated 'ok'. These months bring the mildest air temperatures, between 12.7°C and 12.8°C, the warmest sea at 10.8–11.3°C, and the most daylight hours in the data. Every other month scores lower, mainly because of cooler temperatures and less sunshine.
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