Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Akureyri commences August with an average high-temperature of a still fresh 10°C (50°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Akureyri experiences an average low-temperature reading of 4.8°C (40.6°F) throughout August.Humidity
In Akureyri, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.Rainfall
In Akureyri, in August, during 21.3 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akureyri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 851mm (33.5") of precipitation.Snowfall
July and August are months without snowfall in Akureyri.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater in Akureyri is August, with an average sea temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F).Note: Dipping into 9.5°C (49.1°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 16h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:05 and sunset at 22:32. On the last day of August, in Akureyri, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 20:37 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Akureyri is 6.4h.UV index
In Akureyri, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in August translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
What are August temperatures in Akureyri?
What is the average humidity in August in Akureyri?
How much does it rain in Akureyri in August?
When it does not snow in Akureyri?
Does it snow in Akureyri in August?
When is the sea warmest in Akureyri?
What is the sea water temperature in August in Akureyri?
How many hours of daylight does Akureyri have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Akureyri?
How long on average sun shines in August in Akureyri?
What is the UV index reading in August in Akureyri?
Average temperature in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average high temperature in August: 10°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 4.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9°C).
Average pressure in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average pressure in August: 1008.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average wind speed in August: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall in August: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (499mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in August: 9.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and December (5.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average UV index in August: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in August: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in August
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).
Akureyri, Iceland
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