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
In August, the average high-temperature is essentially the same as in July - a still frosty 9°C (48.2°F). The average low-temperature, in August, is 5.8°C (42.4°F).Humidity
In Úlfsá, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.Rainfall
In Úlfsá, Iceland, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Úlfsá, Iceland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 664mm (26.14") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Úlfsá, Iceland, there are 96.2 snowfall days, and 1214mm (47.8") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
The months with the warmest seawater in Úlfsá are July and August, with an average sea temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).Note: Swimming in 7°C (44.6°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Úlfsá is 16h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:17 and sunset at 23:00. On the last day of August, in Úlfsá, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 21:01 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
FAQ
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Average temperature in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average high temperature in August: 9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (-1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 5.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-4.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average pressure in August: 1009.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average wind speed in August: 14.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average humidity in August: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (81%).
Average rainfall in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average rainfall in August: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (20mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average snowfall in August: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (249mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in August: 7°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (3°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 5min
The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average UV index in August: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in August: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
Average visibility in August
Úlfsá, Iceland
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).
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