Ólafsfjörður weather in October (North Iceland, Iceland)

What does the weather outlook for Ólafsfjörður look like in October? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

October in Ólafsfjörður generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 5°C. At night, they generally drop to 0°C.

Precipitation

Ólafsfjörður in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 50 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ólafsfjörður. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ólafsfjörður, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 164 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 50 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (50 KM, 31 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.

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 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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