Vestmannaeyjar weather in August (Iceland)

Planning a trip to Vestmannaeyjar in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Vestmannaeyjar generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Vestmannaeyjar in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 18 days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Vestmannaeyjar. June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Vestmannaeyjar, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 32 km/h  

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 Vestmannaeyjar 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 11°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.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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