Álftanes weather in October (Capital Region, Iceland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Álftanes in October? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

October in Álftanes generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 8°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Álftanes in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Expect around 20 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 92 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Álftanes. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Álftanes, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Water Temperature 9°C *  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 92 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 31% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 9°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

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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