Ísafjörður weather in December (Westfjords, Iceland)

Planning a trip to Ísafjörður in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Ísafjörður generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Ísafjörður in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 22 days of snow/rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ísafjörður. July and August generally stand out with 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 Ísafjörður climate page with graphs.

 

Ísafjörður, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 151 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  

Where to go in Iceland in December

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in December and which places have the best weather 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 Ísafjörður in December?

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 in December.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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