Höfn weather in October (South Iceland, Iceland)

Curious about the October weather in Höfn? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Höfn generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Höfn in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 237 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 78 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Höfn, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 237 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 78 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Iceland in October

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in October and which places have the best weather 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 Höfn in October?

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

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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