Varmahlid weather in December (North Iceland, Iceland)

Is Varmahlid a good destination in December, weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of December in Varmahlid typically includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 0°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -7°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Varmahlid in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 18 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 0 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Varmahlid. July typically offers 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 Varmahlid climate page with graphs.

 

Varmahlid, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 0 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (64 KM, 39 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

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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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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