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Laugarvatn Climate by Month

Laugarvatn 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 Laugarvatn is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 15°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 2°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -4°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Laugarvatn has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1895 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Laugarvatn experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 202 mm in February, the wettest month, and 104 mm in June, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Laugarvatn 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

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (57 KM, 35 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Laugarvatn in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Laugarvatn?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Laugarvatn?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Laugarvatn?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Laugarvatn?
    February tops the wettest month list with 202 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Laugarvatn?
    June is the driest month with 104 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Laugarvatn?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Laugarvatn

    Fri   Dec 13
    -3°C | -11°C
    N 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    1°C | -7°C
    SW 18 km/h
    7.6 mm
    overcast and sleet

    overcast and sleet

    Sun   Dec 15
    0°C | -7°C
    SW 14 km/h
    11 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow