Weather in April in South Iceland
Thinking about venturing to South Iceland this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in South Iceland in April?
South Iceland is a region in Iceland. April in South Iceland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Sprengisandur to 8°C in Hella. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Hella and -2°C in Sprengisandur.To explore the conditions in South Iceland in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Sprengisandur with an average of 101 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Solheimahjaleiga with 223 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 142 hours of sunlight anticipated in Höfn. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at South Iceland's conditions throughout the year, check out our South Iceland climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our South Iceland's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in South Iceland?
Höfn
In April Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Selfoss
In April Selfoss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hella
In April Hella generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hveragerði
In April Hveragerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Laugarvatn
In April Laugarvatn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high 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 South Iceland, in Iceland.
Is April the best time to visit South Iceland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Höfn, April may not be the ideal time to visit South Iceland.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Höfn.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in South Iceland.
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