Mosfellsbær Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Mosfellsbær experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Mosfellsbær is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in July to a chilly 3°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -4°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Mosfellsbær has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1480 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, February, sees around 154 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 89 mm of rainfall.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
In Mosfellsbær, 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 6°C in January to 11°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mosfellsbær.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s to 6 m/s. It is lower in July and higher in January, February, March, April, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
overcast and rain overcast and heavy rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Mosfellsbær
9 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Mosfellsbær in Iceland
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 154 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.
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