East Iceland weather in August
Planning a journey to East Iceland this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in East Iceland in August?
East Iceland is a region in Iceland. August in East Iceland generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Hali at 11°C to moderate in Egilsstadir at 13°C. At night it cools down to 7°C in Egilsstadir and 6°C in Hali.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hallormsstaður with an average of 81 mm to heavy rainfall in Hali with 186 mm. Höfn enjoys a balanced 130 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in East Iceland for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our East Iceland climate page.
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Average weather in Höfn
In August Höfn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Egilsstadir
In August Egilsstadir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Seyðisfjörður
In August Seyðisfjörður generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Vopnafjörður
In August Vopnafjörður generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Skálafell
In August Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is August the best time to visit East Iceland?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to East Iceland with often poor weather in Höfn.
On average, the best time to visit East Iceland is in with generally poor weather in Höfn.
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