Stafafell weather in October (East Iceland, Iceland)

Thinking of visiting Stafafell in October? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During October, Stafafell usually has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 6°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Stafafell in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. Known for its heavy rain, this month often brings intense downpours. Carrying a poncho is recommended to keep dry. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 78 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Stafafell, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 227 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 78 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Höfn, Iceland (24 KM, 15 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.

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?

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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