Raufarhöfn weather in August (North Iceland, Iceland)

Looking to travel to Raufarhöfn in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Raufarhöfn typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. 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.

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.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 92 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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 Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 92 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Iceland in August

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in August and which places have the best weather 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 Raufarhöfn in August?

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 in August.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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