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Hraunvellir Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Hraunvellir in August? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Hraunvellir in August

Typically around 18 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 128 mm (5 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Hraunvellir in August

Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Hraunvellir in August, with nights dropping to around 9°C (48°F). This month falls in the summer season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Hraunvellir in August

The city usually sees around 154 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Hraunvellir Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm (5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in August

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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 Hraunvellir in August

Pack for changing conditions in Hraunvellir 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Hraunvellir in August

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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