Ólafsvík weather in October (West Iceland, Iceland)

Curious about the climate in Ólafsvík this October? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of October in Ólafsvík typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Ólafsvík in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 108 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 19 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 72 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 Ólafsvík. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ólafsvík, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 108 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 72 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

Data from: Stykkishólmur, 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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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