Hofstaðir weather in October (North Iceland, Iceland)

Will it be warm or cold in Hofstaðir this October? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Hofstaðir generally includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 5°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -1°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Hofstaðir in October usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Expect around 18 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 50 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Hofstaðir. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Hofstaðir, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 50 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in October

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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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