Eyjafjaroarsveit Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Eyjafjaroarsveit experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to very cold weather.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Eyjafjaroarsveit is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 13°C in July. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Eyjafjaroarsveit has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1223 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Eyjafjaroarsveit experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 137 mm in October, the wettest month, and 67 mm in May, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Eyjafjaroarsveit can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 6.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 4°C in January to 8°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Eyjafjaroarsveit.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 4 m/s. It is lower in May, July, August, September and October and higher in January, February, March, April, June, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 137 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.
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