Þórshöfn Climate by Month
Temperatures in Þórshöfn experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Þórshöfn changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 13°C in August to a chilly 3°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -3°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Þórshöfn has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1027 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Þórshöfn, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 119 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 54 mm over 15 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.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
In Þórshöfn, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 3.7 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.0 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Þórshöfn in Iceland
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 13°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 119 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 112 hours of sunshine.
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