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Leirá Climate by Month

The temperature in Leirá can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from mild to cold. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to chilly in Leirá. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 15°C in July to a chilly 3°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -4°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Leirá has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1368 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, February, sees around 146 mm of snow/rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of snow/rain now and then. The driest month, June, still receives a respectable 78 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Leirá, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 0.7 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (31 KM, 19 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Leirá in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Leirá?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Leirá?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Leirá?
    February tops the wettest month list with 146 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Leirá?
    June is the driest month with 78 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Leirá?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Leirá

    Sun   Dec 15
    1°C | -5°C
    SW 18 km/h
    23 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    0°C | -5°C
    E 11 km/h
    48 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Tue   Dec 17
    -1°C | -4°C
    SE 14 km/h
    5.9 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow