Weather in August in West Iceland
Planning a trip to West Iceland this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in West Iceland in August?
West Iceland is a region in Iceland. August in West Iceland generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Grundarfjordur to 15°C in Leirá. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Leirá and 9°C in Grundarfjordur.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of West 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 to high rainfall in Akranes with 104 mm.Average sunshine
The city Borgarnes usually sees around 154 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a more detailed look at West Iceland's conditions throughout the year, check out our West Iceland climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our West Iceland's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in West Iceland?
Borgarnes
In August Borgarnes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Grundarfjordur
In August Grundarfjordur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Stykkishólmur
In August Stykkishólmur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Akranes
In August Akranes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Búðardalur
In August Búðardalur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in West Iceland, in Iceland.
Is August the best time to visit West Iceland?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Borgarnes, August may not be the ideal time to visit West Iceland.
Generally speaking, June and July provide tolerable weather in Borgarnes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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