Hellissandur weather in December (West Iceland, Iceland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Hellissandur this December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During December, Hellissandur usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 5°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 1°C. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Hellissandur in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. This month experiences about 19 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 9 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hellissandur. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hellissandur, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 9 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 7% *  

Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (57 KM, 35 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

3/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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