Skálholt Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Skálholt experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to cold weather.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Skálholt is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -3°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Skálholt has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1828 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Skálholt offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between February (193 mm) and June (105 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Skálholt serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 0.7 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Skálholt.
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
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11 m/s
6 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Skálholt 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 193 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 105 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.
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