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Gardur Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The weather in Gardur sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be mild at the high end to roughly cold at the low end. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The weather in Gardur changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 13°C in July to a chilly 5°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 0°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Gardur experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1413 mm of precipitation annually. Gardur offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between September (152 mm) and June (74 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Gardur serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 0.7 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gardur.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Forecast for Gardur

Wed   Jan 15
8°C | 4°C
S 14 m/s
4.1 mm
partly cloudy and rain

partly cloudy and rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
5°C | 0°C
NW 5 m/s
11 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
1°C | -2°C
NE 8 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

hourly forecast
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Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Gardur in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Gardur?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gardur?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gardur?
    September tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gardur?
    June is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gardur?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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