Barð weather in December (Iceland)

Is Barð a good destination in December, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

December in Barð generally includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Barð in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 19 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 0 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Barð. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barð climate page with graphs.

 

Barð, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 0 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in December

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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