Vestmannaeyjar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Vestmannaeyjar is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Vestmannaeyjar experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 13°C in August to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 3°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Vestmannaeyjar has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1826 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The climate in Vestmannaeyjar shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in February, with an average of 201 mm of precipitation over 18 rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 90 mm of rainfall over 18 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Vestmannaeyjar Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 7°C in January to 11°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 87%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 8 m/s and 13 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in July and highest during January, February and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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15 m/s
17 m/s
14 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Vestmannaeyjar in Iceland
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 201 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 90 mm of precipitation.
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