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August is one of the best months to visit Iceland for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.
The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
August has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). August is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
Also consider visiting Iceland in one of the other best months of May, June, July, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in Iceland.
August has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about August temperature and sunshine.
No, August is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about August sea temperatures.
No, August is not a good time for a holiday in Iceland.
August has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). August is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
No, Iceland is too cold for sunbathing in August.
The average maximum temperature in Iceland in August is 6°C (43°F). The average maximum temperature is 6°C (43°) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Iceland in August is 5°C (42°F). The average temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Iceland in August are 16.6. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
More about August sunshine.
The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Iceland in August is 6°C (43°F). The average maximum temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Iceland in August is 5°C (42°F). The average temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Iceland in August is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 4°C (39°F) in the next month.
The days in August are significantly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get markedly shorter into September. August has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop markedly into September. During August the average day light hours are 16.6 per day in Iceland. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Iceland in August is typically 3.5 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Iceland in August is 11.2°C (52.2°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
August weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into September. August has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise quickly into September. The average total rainfall in Iceland in August is 2.2cm (0.9inches) and on average there are 14.4 rainy days in August making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Iceland in August is 5°C (41°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 4°C (4°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Iceland in August is typically 45.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 46.4% in the previous month and 44.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Iceland in August is typically 41.1%. The average relative humidity is 42.4% in the previous month and 40.1% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Iceland in August is typically 30KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 37KM/H (23MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Iceland in August is typically 20KM/H (13MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Iceland in August is from the North.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
