Sauðárkrókur Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Sauðárkrókur, North Iceland, Iceland, vary greatly throughout the year. July is the hottest month at 14°C (57°F), while February is the coldest at 1°C (34°F).
With around 1103 mm (43 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Sauðárkrókur has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is September. Sunshine peaks in June, when the city sees around 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Sauðárkrókur
The climate in Sauðárkrókur is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 14°C (57°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C (34°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in July to -6°C (21°F) in February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sauðárkrókur
Sauðárkrókur has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1103 mm (43 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Sauðárkrókur experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 118 mm (4.6 in) in September, the wettest month, and 62 mm (2.4 in) in June, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Sauðárkrókur Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Sauðárkrókur
Sauðárkrókur can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 6.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Sauðárkrókur by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sauðárkrókur.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Sauðárkrókur 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.