Rauðamelur Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Rauðamelur can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
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 maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Rauðamelur can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 15°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Rauðamelur is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1219 mm. Rauðamelur experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 129 mm in February, the wettest month, and 67 mm in June, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Rauðamelur can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rauðamelur.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Rauðamelur in Iceland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 15°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 129 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 182 hours of sunshine.
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