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Höfn Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from mild conditions to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Höfn experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 12°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -1°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Höfn is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2129 mm. Höfn can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 237 mm of precipitation over 17 rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 107 mm of rainfall, spread across 13 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Höfn can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 5.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Höfn in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Höfn?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 12°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Höfn?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Höfn?
    October tops the wettest month list with 237 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Höfn?
    May is the driest month with 107 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Höfn?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 172 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Höfn

    Fri   Dec 13
    4°C | -1°C
    N 29 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    7°C | -1°C
    N 11 km/h
    1.9 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    6°C | 0°C
    SW 32 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain