Skorradalsvatn
Lake Icelandic lake set within a scenic valley
Skorradalsvatn is a long lake in western Iceland’s Skorradalur valley, used for trout fishing, canoeing and hiking among low mountains and summer cottages.
How to Get to Skorradalsvatn #
From Borgarnes, drive east on Route 50 and follow local roads toward Skorradalur valley. The lake lies about 90-100 km from Reykjavík depending on route; roads can be narrow in places.
Tips for Visiting Skorradalsvatn #
- If fishing or boating on Skorradalsvatn, use local marina services to check for submerged hazards.
- Drive the Ring Road toward Borgarnes and turn onto road 50/50 to access the lake area; bridges and single-lane sections require attention.
- Photographers should target early morning for glassy water reflections and late evening for long twilight.
Best Time to Visit Skorradalsvatn #
Visit in summer for accessibility and long daylight; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Skorradalsvatn #
Skorradalsvatn's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 13°C. Moderate rainfall (888 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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