Snæfellsnes Peninsula Weather & Climate: Iceland

Climate by month across the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Whether you're visiting the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland during the peak of July (13°C (55°F)) or the cooler months around February (3°C (37°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Ólafsvík, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.

The colder months are generally January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula sees significant variations throughout the year. February tends to be the wettest, receiving 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while June is much drier with just 57 mm (2.2 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.

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Ólafsvík Hellissandur Hellnar
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Climate map of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Ólafsvík 4°C (39°F) 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 9°C (48°F) 1175 mm (46 in) 1,258 hours
Hellissandur 4°C (39°F) 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 9°C (48°F) 1166 mm (46 in) 1,258 hours
Hellnar 4°C (39°F) 14°C (57°F) -1°C (30°F) 9°C (48°F) 1249 mm (49 in) 1,258 hours

Places in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

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