Temperature in North Iceland in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North Iceland, Iceland this December.

North Iceland, Iceland, a region in Iceland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -1°C (30°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit to 4°C (39°F) in Grímsey. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Grímsey and -7°C (19°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. December is a winter month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North Iceland, Iceland in December?

Curious about the December temperatures in the prime spots of North Iceland? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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North Iceland temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Iceland, Iceland in December?

Daytime temperatures in Akureyri typically peak at 0°C (32°F) in December, putting it in the very low range.

How cold does it get at night in North Iceland, Iceland in December?

After dark, Akureyri cools to about -7°C (19°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in North Iceland, Iceland?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Grímsey is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 4°C (39°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 0°C (32°F).

What is the coldest city in December in North Iceland, Iceland?

When looking through our records, we find that Eyjafjaroarsveit stands out as the coolest city in North Iceland, Iceland for the month of December. Daytime highs average -1°C (30°F) and it cools down to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

How much sun does North Iceland, Iceland get in December?

Akureyri usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 4°C (39°F) in Akureyri this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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