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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sandgerði.
Sandgerði, Reykjanes, Iceland, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with July reaching 13°C (55°F) and February cooling to 5°C (41°F).
With around 1414 mm (56 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Sandgerði has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is September. The sunniest month is May, with 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sandgerði - and find the best time to visit.
The weather in Sandgerði changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 13°C (55°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C (41°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 10°C (50°F) in July to 1°C (34°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Sandgerði is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1414 mm (56 in). Sandgerði experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 152 mm (6 in) in September, the wettest month, and 73 mm (2.9 in) in June, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Sandgerði Precipitation page.
Sandgerði 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.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sandgerði.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June and July typically offer the most optimal weather in Sandgerði. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in February to 13°C (55°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1414 mm (56 in). September is the wettest month with 152 mm (6 in), while June is the driest with 73 mm (2.9 in).
Sandgerði receives around 1,327 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 201 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 20 hours.
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