Höfn Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Höfn experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 12°C (54°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C (39°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Höfn is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2129 mm (84 in). Höfn can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 237 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (May), you will experience much drier conditions, with 107 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation spread across 13 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Höfn Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine