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Visiting Iceland in July

July 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 July is slightly warmer than the previous month. July has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day.

July has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). July is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in July is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into August.

Also consider visiting Iceland in one of the other best months of May, June, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for July.

Can you sunbathe in Iceland in July?

No, July is not a good time for sunbathing in Iceland.

July has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day. July has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about July temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Iceland in July?

No, July is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (51°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about July sea temperatures.

Is July a good time to holiday in Iceland?

No, July is not a good time for a holiday in Iceland.

July has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (43°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day. July has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). July is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the July temperatures and sunshine.

Is Iceland warm in July?

No, Iceland is too cold for sunbathing in July.

The average maximum temperature in Iceland in July is 6°C (43°F). The average maximum temperature is 6°C (42°) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Iceland in July is 6°C (42°F). The average temperature is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

More info about the July temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Iceland in July?

The average day light hours per day in Iceland in July are 20. The sunshine percentage is 43.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day.

More about July sunshine.

Temperature in Iceland in July

The weather in July is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Iceland in July is 6°C (43°F). The average maximum temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Iceland in July is 6°C (42°F). The average temperature is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Iceland in July is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (39°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Iceland in July

The days in July are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get markedly shorter into August. July has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into August. During July the average day light hours are 20 per day in Iceland. The sunshine percentage is 43.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Iceland in July is typically 4.8 during July. 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.

Sea Temperature in Iceland in July

The average sea water temperature in Iceland in July is 10.8°C (51.4°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in July is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into August.

Rainfall in Iceland in July

July weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into August. July has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into August. The average total rainfall in Iceland in July is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 12.4 rainy days in July making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Iceland in July

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Iceland in July is 5°C (41°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 4°C (39°F) in the previous month and 5°C (5°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Iceland in July is typically 46.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 45.1% in the previous month and 45.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Iceland in July is typically 42.4%. The average relative humidity is 40.9% in the previous month and 41.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Iceland in July

The average maximum wind speed in Iceland in July is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 30KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Iceland in July is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Iceland in July is from the North.

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