Skinnastaður weather in August (Iceland)

Interested in knowing the climate of Skinnastaður in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

August in Skinnastaður generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 14°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 7°C.

Precipitation

Skinnastaður in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 92 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skinnastaður climate page with graphs.

 

Skinnastaður, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 92 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Raufarhöfn, Iceland (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in August

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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