December weather forecast
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Weather in December

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.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Egilsstaðir?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, is 2°C (35.6°F), while the average low-temperature is -4°C (24.8°F).

How many days does it rain in December in Egilsstaðir?

In Egilsstaðir, in December, during 16 rainfall days, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Egilsstaðir?

With an average of 3h and 43min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Egilsstaðir, Iceland.

What is the average length of the day in December in Egilsstaðir?

In December, the average day length in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, is 3h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Egilsstaðir?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:31 and sunset at 15:02. On the last day of the month, in Egilsstaðir, sunrise is at 11:10 and sunset at 14:50 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Egilsstaðir?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Egilsstaðir?

The average sunshine duration in December is 0h.

When is the lowest UV index in Egilsstaðir?

The months with the lowest UV index in Egilsstaðir are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

What is the UV index reading in December in Egilsstaðir?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Egilsstaðir is 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average temperature in December - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in December: 2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (11°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (-4°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall in December - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in December: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (47mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall days in December - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October and December (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (11 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in December
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average UV index in December - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).

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