Vestmannaeyjar weather in September (Iceland)

How is the weather in Vestmannaeyjar in September? This guide provides all the details you need.

In September, Vestmannaeyjar typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 9°C.

Vestmannaeyjar in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 174 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, September 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 September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 174 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 36 km/h  

Where to go in Iceland in September

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in September 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 September?

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 September.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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