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Raufarhöfn weather in August (North Iceland, Iceland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Raufarhöfn during August? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Raufarhöfn includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. Daytime temperatures hover around 14°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Raufarhöfn in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 92 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Raufarhöfn. August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, 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 Raufarhöfn climate page with graphs.

 

Raufarhöfn, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 92 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Iceland in August

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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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