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Westfjords Weather in September

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

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Ísafjörður Flateyri Patreksfjörður Súðavík

Considering a trip to the Westfjords, Iceland this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Westfjords in September

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Ísafjörður.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Súðavík with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Patreksfjörður with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Explore the Westfjords by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February1°C (34°F) March1°C (34°F) April3°C (37°F) May6°C (43°F) June9°C (48°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August11°C (52°F) September9°C (48°F) October5°C (41°F) November3°C (37°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Westfjords in September

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

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 Westfjords

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the Westfjords, Iceland?

Temperature range in the Westfjords (September)

Precipitation variation in the Westfjords (September)

Ísafjörður

In September Ísafjörður 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 »
August
September
October
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
22 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ísafjörður →

Flateyri

In September Flateyri 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 »
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 rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Flateyri →

Patreksfjörður

In September Patreksfjörður 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 »
August
September
October
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Patreksfjörður →

Súðavík

In September Súðavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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 »
August
September
October
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
22 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Súðavík →

Þingeyri

In September Þingeyri 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 »
August
September
October
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Þingeyri →

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

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ísafjörður 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Flateyri 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Patreksfjörður 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Súðavík 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Þingeyri 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Hólmavík 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 127 mm (5 in)

The Westfjords weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, the Westfjords, Iceland generally has less favorable weather conditions. Ísafjörður sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

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

In Ísafjörður, the average daytime high in September is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in the Westfjords, Iceland. Average rainfall in Ísafjörður sits around 124 mm (4.9 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit the Westfjords, Iceland?

In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to the Westfjords, Iceland with often less favorable weather in Ísafjörður.

On average, the best time to visit the Westfjords, Iceland is in July and August with generally mixed weather in Ísafjörður.

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