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Álftanes Climate by Month

The temperature in Álftanes can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from mild to cold. 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

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to chilly in Álftanes. 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 February. At night, temperatures typically average around -2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Álftanes has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1410 mm of rain/snowfall annually. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 146 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 85 mm of rainfall spread across 18 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Álftanes. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Álftanes ranges from 6°C in January to 11°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Álftanes in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Álftanes?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Álftanes?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Álftanes?
    February tops the wettest month list with 146 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Álftanes?
    June is the driest month with 85 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Álftanes?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Álftanes

    Sun   Dec 15
    3°C | 1°C
    W 29 km/h
    9 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    3°C | 0°C
    SE 18 km/h
    2.7 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Tue   Dec 17
    2°C | -4°C
    SE 14 km/h
    3.3 mm
    overcast and slight snow

    overcast and slight snow