Snæfellsnes Peninsula Weather in September

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

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Ólafsvík Hellissandur Hellnar

Planning a trip to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in September

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland is a region in Iceland. September in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Ólafsvík.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 123 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Hellnar with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Ólafsvík gets approximately 106 hours of sunlight in September, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ólafsvík)

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March4°C (39°F) April6°C (43°F) May9°C (48°F) June11°C (52°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September11°C (52°F) October8°C (46°F) November6°C (43°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in September

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

Temperature range in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (September)

Precipitation variation in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (September)

Ólafsvík

In September Ólafsvík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
106 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ólafsvík →

Hellissandur

In September Hellissandur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
106 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hellissandur →

Hellnar

In September Hellnar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
106 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, in Iceland.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ólafsvík 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Hellissandur 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Hellnar 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in September. The popular destination of Ólafsvík averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

Ólafsvík averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

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

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland. Average rainfall in Ólafsvík sits around 125 mm (4.9 in).

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

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Ólafsvík, September may not be the ideal time to visit the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

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