Weather in Iceland in June

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Visiting Iceland in June

June 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 June is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into July. June has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (42°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.

June has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (49°F). June is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in June is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into July.

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

Can you sunbathe in Iceland in June?

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

June has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (42°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day. June has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about June temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Iceland in June?

No, June is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (49°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about June sea temperatures.

Is June a good time to holiday in Iceland?

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

June has average maximum temperatures of 6°C (42°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day. June has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (49°F). June is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the June temperatures and sunshine.

Is Iceland warm in June?

No, Iceland is too cold for sunbathing in June.

The average maximum temperature in Iceland in June is 6°C (42°F). The average maximum temperature is 4°C (40°) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Iceland in June is 5°C (40°F). The average temperature is 3°C (38°F) in the previous month and 6°C (42°F) in the next month.

More info about the June temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Iceland in June?

The average day light hours per day in Iceland in June are 21.6. The sunshine percentage is 42.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.

More about June sunshine.

Temperature in Iceland in June

The weather in June is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into July. The average maximum temperature in Iceland in June is 6°C (42°F). The average maximum temperature is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Iceland in June is 5°C (40°F). The average temperature is 3°C (38°F) in the previous month and 6°C (42°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Iceland in June is 4°C (39°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Iceland in June

The days in June are significantly longer than the previous month. June has more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During June the average day light hours are 21.6 per day in Iceland. The sunshine percentage is 42.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Iceland in June is typically 5 during June. 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 June

The average sea water temperature in Iceland in June is 9.2°C (48.6°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in June is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into July.

Rainfall in Iceland in June

June weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into July. June has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Iceland in June is 1.1cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 10.8 rainy days in June making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Iceland in June

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Iceland in June is 4°C (39°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 2°C (36°F) in the previous month and 5°C (5°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Iceland in June is typically 45.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 42.2% in the previous month and 46.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Iceland in June is typically 40.9%. The average relative humidity is 37% in the previous month and 42.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Iceland in June

The average maximum wind speed in Iceland in June is typically 29KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 32KM/H (20MPH) in the previous month and 27KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Iceland in June is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 22KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Iceland in June is from the North-Northeast.

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