August weather forecastSkaftafell, Iceland
August
Weather in August
August experiences a slight drop in temperatures as summer begins to wind down in Skaftafell. The average high temperature decreases slightly to 10.4°C (50.7°F) from July's 10.6°C (51.1°F). Rainfall is relatively high, and humidity levels are consistent as in the previous month. August is another perfect month for those who enjoy mild temperatures and outdoor activities in Skaftafell's beautiful landscape.Temperature
August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still cool 10.4°C (50.7°F), slightly varied from July's 10.6°C (51.1°F). Throughout August, Skaftafell records a steady low-temperature average of 6.6°C (43.9°F), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Skaftafell, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.1 days and collects up to 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 16h and 17min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 04:18 and sunset at 22:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 20:26 GMT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.6h.UV index
In Skaftafell, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During August, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average high temperature in August: 10.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 6.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average pressure in August: 1007.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average wind speed in August: 13.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
Average rainfall in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall in August: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in August: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 18min
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: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).
Average UV index in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average UV index in August: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in August
Skaftafell, 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).
