Skálholt weather in December (Iceland)

What does the weather outlook for Skálholt look like in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Skálholt includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 3°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -3°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Skálholt in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 185 mm for the month. Expect around 18 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 20 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Skálholt. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skálholt climate page with graphs.

 

Skálholt, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 185 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 15% *  

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in December

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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