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Fáskrúðsfjörður Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from mild conditions to cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Fáskrúðsfjörður, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 12°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C during cooler months like December.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Fáskrúðsfjörður is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1652 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives heavy rainfall, averaging 190 mm of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 86 mm over 13 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Fáskrúðsfjörður Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Fáskrúðsfjörður

Wed   Jan 15
7°C | 2°C
SW 4 m/s
1.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Thu   Jan 16
6°C | 1°C
SW 4 m/s
4.9 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Fri   Jan 17
2°C | -5°C
NE 2 m/s
25 mm
overcast and snow

overcast and snow

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Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February, September, October, November and December.
  • When is winter in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 12°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    October tops the wettest month list with 190 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fáskrúðsfjörður?
    June is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.

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