Kópavogur Climate by Month
Kópavogur experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to cold weather.
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 Kópavogur is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -3°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Kópavogur has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1445 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Kópavogur experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 149 mm in February, the wettest month, and 88 mm in June, the driest month.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
Kópavogur can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 0.7 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Kópavogur ranges from 6°C in January to 11°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Kópavogur.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Kópavogur ranges from 4°C in July to 6°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 149 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 88 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.
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