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
August
Weather in August
Temperature
July's transformation into August witnesses an average high-temperature of a fresh 12.8°C (55°F) in Alftanes, noting a minor change from the preceding month. Alftanes's nighttime average temperature in August drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Alftanes, Iceland, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alftanes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 416mm (16.38") of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Alftanes, Iceland.Sea temperature
The months with the warmest seawater in Alftanes are July and August, with an average sea temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F).Note: Dipping into 11.3°C (52.3°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
In Alftanes, Iceland, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 04:37 and sunset at 22:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:46 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
In Alftanes, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
What are August temperatures in Alftanes?
What is the average humidity in August in Alftanes?
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When it does not snow in Alftanes?
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How many hours of daylight does Alftanes have in August?
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What is the UV index intensity in August in Alftanes?
Average temperature in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average high temperature in August: 12.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 8.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-2.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average pressure in August: 1007.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average wind speed in August: 16km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average rainfall in August: 37mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in August: 11.3°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.3°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average UV index in August: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in August: 60
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and December (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in August
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
