Whether you're visiting the Westfjords in Iceland during the peak of July (12°C (54°F)) or the cooler months around March (1°C (34°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Ísafjörður, 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.
The weather in the Westfjords changes throughout the year, with no distinct months of consistently pleasant temperatures.
The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December.
When it comes to rainfall, the Westfjords sees significant variations throughout the year. December tends to be the wettest, receiving 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while June is much drier with just 52 mm (2 in).
