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Egilsstadir Weather in August
In Egilsstadir, August brings moderate daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Egilsstadir in August
Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Egilsstadir in August
In August, expect moderate temperatures in Egilsstadir, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. During August, you'll experience the summer season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Egilsstadir.
Egilsstadir Temperature in August
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
86 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Egilsstadir Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Egilsstadir typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 6°C (43°F) to 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in August
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in August
Historical weather records for Egilsstadir in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Egilsstadir spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Egilsstadir historical weather extremes in August
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Egilsstadir.
- The warmest day in August was on August 10, 2004, with a maximum of 27°C (81°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 5°C (41°F), recorded on August 30, 2005.
- Egilsstadir registered its coldest August night on August 27, 2012, with temperatures dropping to -2°C (28°F).
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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 Egilsstadir 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.
What To Do in Egilsstadir in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Egilsstadir 3-Day Forecast
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