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Hrífunes Climate by Month

Temperatures in Hrífunes experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Hrífunes changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 14°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around -2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Hrífunes has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2488 mm of rain/snowfall per year. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 254 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 140 mm of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Hrífunes . While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland (26 KM, 16 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Hrífunes in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hrífunes ?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 14°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hrífunes ?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hrífunes ?
    February tops the wettest month list with 254 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hrífunes ?
    May is the driest month with 140 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hrífunes ?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 164 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hrífunes

    Fri   Dec 13
    1°C | -3°C
    NW 36 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    6°C | -2°C
    NE 14 km/h
    5 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    5°C | -1°C
    SW 18 km/h
    1.4 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain