Best time to visit Skaftafell

Q: When is the best time to visit Skaftafell?

The best time to visit Skaftafell is July based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the warmest month in Skaftafell?

The warmest time of year in Skaftafell is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 11°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Skaftafell?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Skaftafell with 199mm on average. There are normally 19 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Skaftafell?

The sunniest time of year in Skaftafell is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 29% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Skaftafell?

The best time to visit Skaftafell is July based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the warmest month in Skaftafell?

The warmest time of year in Skaftafell is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 11°C.

Which month has the most rain in Skaftafell?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Skaftafell with 199mm on average. There are normally 19 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Skaftafell?

The sunniest time of year in Skaftafell is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 29% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.