Normal weather for Iceland in December
It's cold in December in Iceland with an average temperature of -2°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -4°C to a high of 0°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -10°C and -5°C.
In December, there is an average of 100 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 31 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Iceland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Iceland in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-2°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
0°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
-4°C | 4°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
100 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 17 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
31 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
15 days | 3 days | |
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around -2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -7°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around -1°C, with nights around -6°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around -2°C, while nighttime temps are about -8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Daily Temperature in December in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in December in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of December. Based on historical data, this chart shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in December in Iceland
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Daily Precipitation in December in Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in December in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Iceland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Iceland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in December in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in December for Iceland
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Iceland
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Cold, snow and ice were the rule, long dark days. In the northern part it can be very cold, with temperatures dropping to -5 degrees Celsius. But the natural beauty of the winter landscape makes up for a lot.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Iceland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
