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Grundarfjordur weather in August (West Iceland, Iceland)

How is August weather typically in Grundarfjordur? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Grundarfjordur generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 13°C. At night, they generally drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Grundarfjordur in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 166 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Grundarfjordur, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 166 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33% *  
Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (30 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in August

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

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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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our Grundarfjordur's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

What To Do

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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