Akureyri weather in August (North Iceland, Iceland)

How is the weather in Akureyri in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Akureyri generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Akureyri in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 136 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Akureyri. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akureyri climate page with graphs.

 

Akureyri, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 136 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 23%  

Where to go in Iceland in August

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Akureyri in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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