Average Monthly Sunshine in Höfn

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Höfn receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Höfn, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 172 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 17 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1200 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Höfn. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Höfn’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Höfn enjoys an average of 1200 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Höfn’s wettest month, receives 119 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 8°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Höfn Precipitation page.