Weather in August
August in Kópavogur maintains the warm and luminous summer weather, highlighted by an inviting sea temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F). This season's prime component, the lengthy daylight period, begins its progressive decline from the significant peaks of June and July. Despite this regression, the atmosphere remains warm and active, serving as a prelude to the subtle transition toward autumn in the coming month of September.
Note: Beware of 11.3°C (52.3°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:37 and sunset at 22:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:46 GMT.
Sea temperature
In Kópavogur, in August, the average water temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F).Note: Beware of 11.3°C (52.3°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
In Kópavogur, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:37 and sunset at 22:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:46 GMT.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in August in Kópavogur?
In Kópavogur, the average seawater temperature in August is 11.3°C (52.3°F). Swimming in 11.3°C (52.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Kópavogur have in August?
The average day length in August in Kópavogur is 16h and 19min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kópavogur?
On the first day of August in Kópavogur, sunrise is at 04:37 and sunset at 22:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:46 GMT.
Average sea temperature in August
Kópavogur, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in August: 11.3°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 (5.1°C).
Average daylight in August
Kópavogur, 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).
Kópavogur, Iceland
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