Kirkjubæjarklaustur Climate by Month
Kirkjubæjarklaustur experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to cold weather.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Kirkjubæjarklaustur is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 15°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C during cooler months like December. At night, temperatures typically average around -2°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Kirkjubæjarklaustur has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2114 mm of rain/snowfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 217 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days. In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 126 mm of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kirkjubæjarklaustur. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Kirkjubæjarklaustur ranges from 2°C in July to 4°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 217 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 126 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 164 hours of sunshine.
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