West Iceland Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West Iceland, Iceland in July.

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Borgarnes Grundarfjordur Stykkishólmur Akranes

Planning a trip to West Iceland, Iceland this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in West Iceland in July

West Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. July in West Iceland generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Grundarfjordur to 15°C (59°F) in Leirá. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Leirá and 9°C (48°F) in Grundarfjordur. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in West Iceland, Iceland.

For specific regional insights in West Iceland, Iceland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Húsafell with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Borgarnes typically sees 168 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore West Iceland by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March4°C (39°F) April7°C (45°F) May10°C (50°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August15°C (59°F) September12°C (54°F) October7°C (45°F) November4°C (39°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in West Iceland in July

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

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 West Iceland

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in West Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in West Iceland (July)

Precipitation variation in West Iceland (July)

Borgarnes

In July Borgarnes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
168 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Borgarnes →

Grundarfjordur

In July Grundarfjordur 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
180 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Grundarfjordur →

Stykkishólmur

In July Stykkishólmur 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
180 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Stykkishólmur →

Akranes

In July Akranes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
168 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Akranes →

Búðardalur

In July Búðardalur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
180 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West Iceland in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Borgarnes 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Grundarfjordur 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Stykkishólmur 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Akranes 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Búðardalur 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Fossatún 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

West Iceland weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Iceland, Iceland in July?

West Iceland, Iceland typically experiences tolerable weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Borgarnes average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in West Iceland, Iceland in July?

Borgarnes averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does West Iceland, Iceland get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in West Iceland, Iceland. Borgarnes averages only about 83 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit West Iceland, Iceland?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit West Iceland, Iceland with overall tolerable weather in Borgarnes. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June and July provide tolerable weather in Borgarnes. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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