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North Iceland Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Iceland, Iceland in October.

Considering a trip to North Iceland, Iceland this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in North Iceland in October

North Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. October in North Iceland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit to 7°C (45°F) in Raufarhöfn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Raufarhöfn and -3°C (27°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. October is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North Iceland, Iceland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Raufarhöfn with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Dalvík with 168 mm (6.6 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Akureyri.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Akureyri receives about 50 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore North Iceland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Iceland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Akureyri)

Best Places to Visit in North Iceland in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Iceland.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in North Iceland

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in North Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in North Iceland (October)

Precipitation variation in North Iceland (October)

Akureyri

In October Akureyri generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
50 hours
15 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Húsavík

In October Húsavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
50 hours
15 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Laugar

In October Laugar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
50 hours
15 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Blönduós

In October Blönduós generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Siglufjörður

In October Siglufjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
50 hours
15 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Iceland in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Akureyri 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Húsavík 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Laugar 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Blönduós 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Siglufjörður 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Reykjahlíð 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

North Iceland weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Iceland, Iceland in October?

In October, North Iceland, Iceland generally has poor weather conditions. Akureyri sees daytime temperatures near 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in North Iceland, Iceland in October?

Daytime temperatures in Akureyri peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in October, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does North Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in October?

Akureyri typically receives notable snow/rainfall in October, about 146 mm (5.7 in) on average across North Iceland, Iceland.

Is October a Good Time to Visit North Iceland, Iceland?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to North Iceland, Iceland with often poor weather in Akureyri.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Akureyri.

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We have much more information about the climate in North Iceland.

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