December weather forecast
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, with temperature in the range of an average low of -4°C (24.8°F) and an average high of 2°C (35.6°F).

Temperature

In Egilsstaðir, the average high-temperature in December is essentially the same as in November - a still cold 2°C (35.6°F). In Egilsstaðir, in December, the average low-temperature is -4°C (24.8°F).

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout December, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Egilsstaðir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 892mm (35.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 43min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Egilsstaðir, sunrise is at 10:31 and sunset at 15:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:10 and sunset at 14:50 GMT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 0 in December interpret into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.