December weather forecast
Húsavík, Iceland

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Weather in December

December embraces the peak of winter in Húsavík, with temperatures dropping to -3.8°C (25.2°F) at most. The record snowfall of 511mm (20.12") reflects the city's true spirit of Icelandic winters. Short daylight hours coupled with limited sunshine make it seem as if the city is under a perpetual night. The surrounding landscapes are cloaked in snow, creating an enchanting winter wonderland. Simultaneously, wind condition exacerbates further to gust at a pace of 28.3km/h (17.6mph), adding to the frosty experience.

Temperature

December, having an average high-temperature of -3.8°C (25.2°F) and an average low-temperature of -9.1°C (15.6°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Húsavík. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Húsavík, Iceland. The month with the most snowfall in Húsavík is December, when snow falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 511mm (20.12") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Húsavík, in December, the average water temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).
Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Húsavík.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 14:58. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:38 and sunset at 14:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In Húsavík, the average sunshine in December is 1.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Húsavík?

Húsavík witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of -3.8°C (25.2°F) and a low of -9.1°C (15.6°F).

How cold is December in Húsavík?

During December, Húsavík experiences an average high-temperature of -3.8°C (25.2°F) and a low-temperature of -9.1°C (15.6°F).

What are the most humid months in Húsavík?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December in Húsavík?

The average relative humidity in December in Húsavík is 91%.

What is the rainiest month in Húsavík?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Húsavík. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Húsavík in December?

In Húsavík, Iceland, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Húsavík?

The month with the most snowfall in Húsavík is December, when snow falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 511mm (20.12") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Húsavík?

In Húsavík, in December, during 18.7 snowfall days, 511mm (20.12") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Húsavík?

In Húsavík, Iceland, in December, the average water temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days in Húsavík?

The month with the shortest days in Húsavík, Iceland, is December, with an average of 3h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Húsavík have in December?

In December, the average day length in Húsavík, Iceland, is 3h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Húsavík?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 14:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:38 and sunset at 14:46 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Húsavík?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Húsavík, Iceland, is 1.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Húsavík?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Húsavík?

In Húsavík, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average temperature in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average pressure in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average pressure in December: 999.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average wind speed in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average humidity in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average rainfall in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in December: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (40mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average rainfall days in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average snowfall in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in December: 511mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (511mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average snowfall days in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average sea temperature in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in December: 4.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average sunshine days in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average UV index in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average cloud cover in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).

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Average visibility in December
Húsavík, Iceland

Average visibility in December - Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).

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