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Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon weather in August (Iceland)

Planning a trip to Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 130 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 209 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 130 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Höfn, Iceland (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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 Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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