Skinnastaður weather in October (Iceland)

How is October weather typically in Skinnastaður? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In October, Skinnastaður tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 6°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Skinnastaður in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 30 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Skinnastaður. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Skinnastaður, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 30 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in Iceland in October

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

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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