Weather in December in East Iceland
Planning a getaway to East Iceland this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in East Iceland in December?
East Iceland is a region in Iceland. December in East Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Hallormsstaður at -0°C to cold in Höfn at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Höfn and -7°C in Hallormsstaður. In many areas in Iceland, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Vopnafjörður with an average of 138 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Hali with 266 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 17 hours of sunshine in Höfn. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For a closer look at December's conditions in East Iceland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at East Iceland's yearly weather, check out our East Iceland climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in East Iceland?
Höfn
In December Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Egilsstadir
In December Egilsstadir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Seyðisfjörður
In December Seyðisfjörður generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Vopnafjörður
In December Vopnafjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Skálafell
In December Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in East Iceland, in Iceland.
Is December the best time to visit East Iceland?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit East Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Höfn.
Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Höfn.
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