Haukadalur weather in December (South Iceland, Iceland)
How does the weather in Haukadalur usually fare in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
During December, Haukadalur usually has very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -5°C. 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.
Precipitation
Haukadalur in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 190 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of snow/rain this month.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Haukadalur. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Haukadalur climate page with graphs.
Haukadalur, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
190 mm
Rainy days
17 days
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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