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Fossatún Weather in August

Fossatún in August averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. This is part of the summer season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Fossatún in August

You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns, with 97 mm (3.8 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Fossatún in August

August in Fossatún brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). Summer occurs in August. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Fossatún in August

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 154 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Fossatún.

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Fossatún Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 97 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (53 KM, 33 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 Fossatún in August

Pack for changing conditions in Fossatún in August. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Fossatún 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
9/10

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