Gardur Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Gardur’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Iceland.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Gardur changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a mild 13°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a cold 5°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 0°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Gardur by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. July, the city’s warmest month, experiences 168 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 145 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. It records 60 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Iceland Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Iceland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gardur Temperatures Compared World Wide
Gardur’s average annual maximum temperature is 8°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
On the other hand, in cooler months, especially when temperatures dip below 10°C, high humidity can intensify the cold. This makes the air feel much colder than it really is.
In Gardur, during the coolest month, February, you will experience 79% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 5°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Gardur. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Gardur’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Gardur climate page.
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