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North Iceland Weather in September

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

Thinking about venturing to North Iceland, Iceland this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in North Iceland in September

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit to 11°C (52°F) in Raufarhöfn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Raufarhöfn and 2°C (36°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit.

For a closer look at conditions across North Iceland, Iceland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Raufarhöfn with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Dalvík with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Akureyri gets roughly 85 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, 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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in North Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in North Iceland (September)

Precipitation variation in North Iceland (September)

Akureyri

In September Akureyri generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
85 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Húsavík

In September Húsavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
85 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Laugar

In September Laugar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
85 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Blönduós

In September Blönduós generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Siglufjörður

In September Siglufjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
85 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in North Iceland, in Iceland.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Akureyri 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Húsavík 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Laugar 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Blönduós 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Siglufjörður 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Reykjahlíð 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

North Iceland weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, North Iceland, Iceland generally has less favorable weather conditions. Akureyri sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

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

In Akureyri, the average daytime high in September is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does North Iceland, Iceland get a lot of rain in September?

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in North Iceland, Iceland. Average rainfall in Akureyri sits around 123 mm (4.8 in).

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

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Akureyri, September may not be the ideal time to visit North Iceland, Iceland.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide mixed weather in Akureyri.

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