Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Capital Region, Iceland this August.
Capital Region, Iceland, a region in Iceland, typically experiences mild weather in August, with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Reykjavík. August is part of the summer season
Curious about the August temperatures in the prime spots of Capital Region? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.
Reykjavík averages a daytime high of 15°C (59°F) in August, which is moderate for Capital Region, Iceland.
Nighttime temperatures in Reykjavík typically drop to around 9°C (48°F) in August.
Reykjavík usually sees around 154 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
The water temperature averages approximately 11°C (52°F) in Reykjavík this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.
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