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Dalvík Climate by Month

The temperature in Dalvík can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be cold during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Dalvík can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a chilly 12°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 0°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around -5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Dalvík is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1454 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging 168 mm of precipitation, recorded across 18 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 73 mm over 13 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 Dalvík. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Dalvík in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Dalvík?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October and November.
  • Which is the warmest month in Dalvík?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 12°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dalvík?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dalvík?
    October tops the wettest month list with 168 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dalvík?
    June is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dalvík?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Dalvík

    Sun   Dec 15
    1°C | -4°C
    NW 11 km/h
    6.4 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    -3°C | -7°C
    N 7 km/h
    1.8 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    0°C | -6°C
    S 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain