Höfn Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
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 maximum day and minimum 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, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -1°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
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. 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
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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
overcast and rain broken clouds and rain overcast and slight snowForecast for Höfn
18 m/s
13 m/s
7 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Höfn in Iceland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 12°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 237 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 107 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 172 hours of sunshine.
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