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Barð Weather in December

Barð in December averages 2°C (36°F) during the day and -3°C (27°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Barð in December

You can expect snow/rain on around 19 days based on historical patterns, with 128 mm (5 in) average for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Barð in December

Temperatures in Barð in December top out at 2°C (36°F) and drop to -3°C (27°F) overnight. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Sunshine in Barð in December

The city usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

December in Barð has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Barð Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm (5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 0 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Barð in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Barð in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Barð in December

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

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