Þórshöfn weather in December (North Iceland, Iceland)

How's the weather trend in Þórshöfn as December approaches? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Þórshöfn usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Þórshöfn in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 20 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 1 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 Þórshöfn. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Þórshöfn, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 1 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Raufarhöfn, Iceland (39 KM, 24 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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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