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Barð Weather in August

During August, Barð experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and cooler nights around 7°C (45°F). As part of the summer season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 94 mm (3.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Barð in August

Typically around 16 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Barð in August

In August, Barð sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 12°C (54°F). Nights drop to around 7°C (45°F). August is part of the summer season. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Sunshine in Barð in August

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 136 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Barð Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 136 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 23% *  
* Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in August

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Barð in August

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Barð in August

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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