East Iceland in Iceland sees its peak temperatures in July (12°C (54°F)) and its coolest in February (3°C (37°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Höfn, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In East Iceland, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.
The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
Precipitation in East Iceland varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in October with 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while May stays relatively dry with 107 mm (4.2 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, September, October, November and December, when monthly rainfall can range from 211 mm (8.3 in) to 237 mm (9.3 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.
