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East Iceland Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in East Iceland, Iceland in December.

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Höfn Egilsstadir Seyðisfjörður Vopnafjörður

Planning a getaway to East Iceland, 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 to Expect in East Iceland in December

East Iceland, 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 (32°F) to cold in Höfn at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Höfn and -7°C (19°F) 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of East Iceland, Iceland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Vopnafjörður with an average of 138 mm (5.4 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Skaftafell with 278 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Höfn receives roughly 17 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore East Iceland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in East Iceland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Höfn)

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March4°C (39°F) April5°C (41°F) May8°C (46°F) June10°C (50°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September10°C (50°F) October7°C (45°F) November5°C (41°F) December4°C (39°F)
Best Time to Visit East Iceland →

Best Places to Visit in East Iceland in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across East Iceland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in East Iceland

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in East Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in East Iceland (December)

Precipitation variation in East Iceland (December)

Höfn

In December Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
17 hours
25 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
212 mm (8.3 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Höfn →

Egilsstadir

In December Egilsstadir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Egilsstadir →

Seyðisfjörður

In December Seyðisfjörður generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Seyðisfjörður →

Vopnafjörður

In December Vopnafjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vopnafjörður →

Skálafell

In December Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
17 hours
25 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
224 mm (8.8 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Skálafell →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in East Iceland in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Höfn 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Egilsstadir 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Seyðisfjörður 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Vopnafjörður 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Skálafell 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Eiðar 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

East Iceland weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in East Iceland, Iceland in December?

East Iceland, Iceland typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Höfn average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in East Iceland, Iceland in December?

Average temperatures in East Iceland, Iceland during December range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Höfn.

Does East Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rainfall in East Iceland, Iceland peaks during December. Höfn averages roughly 211 mm (8.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit East Iceland, Iceland?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit East Iceland, Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Höfn.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Höfn.

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