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Akureyri weather in August (North Iceland, Iceland)

How's the weather trend in Akureyri as August approaches? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Akureyri typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 13°C. At night, they generally drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Akureyri in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 136 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Average windspeed

August has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s. You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in August

You won't be able to swim during this month since the water temperature is only 8°C. These frigid conditions make the water feel biting cold against your skin.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Akureyri.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our Akureyri's climate page.

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 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 136 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 23%  

Where to go in Iceland in August

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel 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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our Akureyri's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

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

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