October weather forecastSandgerði, Iceland

October

Weather in October

October ushers in definitive autumn weather in Sandgerði, Iceland, with the sea temperatures sliding down further to 8.3°C (46.9°F). As daylight contracts to 9.7 hours, it is obvious that winter is knocking at the door. The city witnesses a rich blend of hues, offering an alluring spectacle of fall foliage, contrasting with the cooling sea.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Sandgerði is 8.3°C (46.9°F).
Note: Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of October, in Sandgerði, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 17:16 GMT.

Frequently asked questions

In Sandgerði, Iceland, the average seawater temperature in October is 8.3°C (46.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

In October, the average day length in Sandgerði, Iceland, is 9h and 44min.

On the first day of October in Sandgerði, Iceland, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 17:16 GMT.
Average sea temperature
Average daylight

Average sea temperature in October
Sandgerði, Iceland

  • Average sea temperature in October: 8.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

Average daylight in October
Sandgerði, Iceland

  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 42min

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).