SkorradalsvatnWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Skorradalsvatn
Visit in summer for accessibility and long daylight; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-15°C
Midnight sun and long evenings ideal for hiking and fishing.
Autumn/Spring
Sep-Oct, Apr-May · 0-10°C
Crisp conditions and fewer tourists; changing colors in fall.
Weather & Climate near Skorradalsvatn
Climate
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 1° | -8° | 86 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.0h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 1° | -8° | 91 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.2h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 2° | -7° | 90 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 56 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 2° | 51 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 18.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 6° | 50 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 20.4h |
| July | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 56 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 19.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 8° | 76 mm | overcast | 83% | 5.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 16.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 4° | 69 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 90 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 3° | -5° | 84 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.0h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 2° | -7° | 89 mm | overcast | 95% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 3.6h |
Getting There & Around
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.