Weather forecast for the Laugavegur in August

August on Laugavegur offers a mix of weather, with moderate temperatures ranging from highs of 11°C to 18°C and lows between 5°C and 13°C. Rainfall is common, with frequent showers and varied precipitation between 0.0 mm to over 20 mm, especially in places like Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk. Days can alternate between sunny, overcast, and cloudy skies, while heavy rain and patchy rain are also expected. Despite the rain, there are occasional sunny breaks, particularly in areas like Hrafntinnusker.

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Start date
Aug 1
Start town
Landmannalaugar
End date
Aug 4
End town
Þórsmörk
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
4
Total distance
55 km
Daily distance
13.8 km
Average high
13°C
Average low
8°C
Average precipitation
3.1 mm/day

The trek through Laugavegur starts at Landmannalaugar, where weather changes swiftly from sunny to heavy rain, with highs reaching up to 18°C. Early in the trek, rainfall ranges from light showers to heavy downpours, with frequent overcast days.

At Hrafntinnusker, the weather includes periods of sunshine, though heavy rain is common, reaching up to nearly 13 mm on rainiest days. Temperatures are moderate, with a mix of clear and overcast periods offering highs of 15°C.

In Álftavatn, rain showers dominate the forecast, with occasional sunny spells breaking through. Highs reach up to 15°C, with frequent cloudy skies and a variance in rainfall down to 0 mm on drier days.

As the route continues to Emstrur, weather remains variable. Days alternate between cloudy, partly cloudy, and sporadic rain showers, with highs around 17°C. The atmosphere oscillates between dry spells and brief, light rainfalls.

The journey ends at Þórsmörk, marked by recurrent rain showers, including heavy rainfall incidents. Even on overcast days, there are instances of patchy rain with highs around 15°C. Weather remains unpredictable, but occasional clear skies provide respite amid the frequent rain.

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