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Urðir Weather in December

December in Urðir sees daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F) at night. With around 139 mm (5.5 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Urðir in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with snow/rain, averaging 139 mm (5.5 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Urðir in December

December in Urðir sees highs of 0°C (32°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F) overnight. December is known for being in the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. Nights are well below freezing at -6°C (21°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Sunshine in Urðir in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 0 hours of sunshine.

December in Urðir has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Urðir Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 139 mm (5.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 0 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Urðir in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Urðir in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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