October weather forecast
Skaftafell, Iceland

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Weather in October

October in Skaftafell sees a further slide in temperatures as winter nears. The city experiences a drop in temperature from 7.9°C (46.2°F) in September to 5°C (41°F). There is a significant increase in rainfall, making this month one of the wettest of the year. The first snowflakes start to fall, adding charm to the beautiful scenery of Skaftafell in autumn.

Temperature

The beginning of October records an average high-temperature of a cold 5°C (41°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Skaftafell's nights in October maintain a consistent average of 1.7°C (35.1°F), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Skaftafell, in October, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 129mm (5.08") 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Skaftafell. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 24mm (0.94") of snow. Throughout the year, in Skaftafell, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 893mm (35.16") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Skaftafell, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:54 GMT.

Sunshine

In Skaftafell, the average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

In Skaftafell, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Skaftafell in October?

The high-temperature in Skaftafell, Iceland, during October is 5°C (41°F) and the low-temperature is 1.7°C (35.1°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Skaftafell?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Skaftafell in October?

In October, in Skaftafell, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout October, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Skaftafell?

October is the first month it typically snows in Skaftafell. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 24mm (0.94") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Skaftafell?

The average day length in October in Skaftafell is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Skaftafell?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, in Skaftafell, Iceland, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:54 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Skaftafell?

The average sunshine duration in October in Skaftafell is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Skaftafell?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Skaftafell, Iceland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average temperature in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in October: 5°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 October: 1.7°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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average pressure in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average pressure in October: 1004.2mbar

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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average wind speed in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in October: 19.6km/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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average humidity in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average humidity in October: 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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in October: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall days in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.7 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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in October: 24mm

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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall days in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 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 October /
Average sunshine in October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

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 October: 4h and 5min

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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average sunshine days in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.4 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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average UV index in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average UV index in October: 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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average cloud cover in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 57

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 October
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average visibility in October - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average visibility in October: 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).

Skaftafell, Iceland

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