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Rauðamelur Climate by Month

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 day and 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, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -4°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (30 KM, 18 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Rauðamelur in Iceland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Rauðamelur?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Rauðamelur?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Rauðamelur?
    February tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Rauðamelur?
    June is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Rauðamelur?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 182 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Rauðamelur

    Tue   Dec 03
    2°C | -3°C
    N 7 km/h
    14 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

    broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

    Wed   Dec 04
    0°C | -7°C
    NE 7 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

    broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

    Thu   Dec 05
    0°C | -4°C
    N 25 km/h
    36 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow