Snæfellsnes Peninsula Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in August.

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Ólafsvík Hellissandur Hellnar

Planning a journey to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in August

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland is a region in Iceland. August in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Ólafsvík.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Hellnar with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Ólafsvík gets around 166 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland?

Temperature range in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (August)

Precipitation variation in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (August)

Ólafsvík

In August Ólafsvík generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
166 hours
106 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ólafsvík →

Hellissandur

In August Hellissandur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
166 hours
106 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hellissandur →

Hellnar

In August Hellnar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
166 hours
106 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Hellnar →

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

In our records: Iceland August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Iceland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Iceland reached 30°C (86°F) in Patreksfjörður on August 29, 2004.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ólafsvík 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Hellissandur 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Hellnar 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in August?

August in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland brings unpleasant weather. In Ólafsvík, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in August?

Average temperatures in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland during August range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Ólafsvík.

Does the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland during August, with Ólafsvík averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland?

In our view, August is one of the best times to travel to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Ólafsvík.

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

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