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Hjalteyri Climate by Month

The climate in Hjalteyri is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from mild during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Hjalteyri, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 13°C in July to a very cold 0°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Hjalteyri experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1373 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Hjalteyri shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high snow/rainfall in October, with an average of 159 mm of precipitation over 18 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 73 mm of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Hjalteyri serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Hjalteyri ranges from 4°C in January to 8°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Hjalteyri in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hjalteyri?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hjalteyri?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hjalteyri?
    October tops the wettest month list with 159 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hjalteyri?
    June is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hjalteyri?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hjalteyri

    Thu   Nov 21
    -4°C | -6°C
    NW 7 km/h
    4.1 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    -2°C | -6°C
    NW 7 km/h
    4.9 mm
    overcast and  chance of snow

    overcast and chance of snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    -2°C | -5°C
    S 4 km/h
    2.3 mm
    overcast and  chance of snow

    overcast and chance of snow