December weather forecast
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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Weather in December

In December, the wintry weather is at its peak in Laugarvatn. The hustle and bustle of the town adopts a slower pace as the climate turns fundamentally frosty. The minimal daylight and bitter cold portrays a typical Icelandic winter. Notwithstanding, a beautiful winter wonderland awaits those daring enough to venture outdoors. The end of December marks the culmination of a weather cycle and preparation for a new year.

Temperature

Laugarvatn's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of -2.6°C (27.3°F) to a low of -7.6°C (18.3°F).

Humidity

In Laugarvatn, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Laugarvatn, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 115mm (4.53") of accumulated precipitation. In Laugarvatn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.7 days and collects up to 1100mm (43.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Laugarvatn. In Laugarvatn, Iceland, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 258mm (10.16") of snow is typically accumulated. In Laugarvatn, Iceland, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.9 days and aggregates up to 1659mm (65.31") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Laugarvatn is December, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:43 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:15 and sunset at 15:36 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Laugarvatn?

In Laugarvatn, Iceland, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of -2.6°C (27.3°F) and a low of -7.6°C (18.3°F).

How cold is December in Laugarvatn?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laugarvatn, Iceland, are -2.6°C (27.3°F) and -7.6°C (18.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Laugarvatn?

The average relative humidity in December in Laugarvatn is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Laugarvatn?

In December, in Laugarvatn, Iceland, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Laugarvatn in December?

In Laugarvatn, Iceland, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 258mm (10.16") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laugarvatn?

December has the shortest days of the year in Laugarvatn, Iceland, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Laugarvatn have in December?

The average day length in December in Laugarvatn is 4h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Laugarvatn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:43 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, in Laugarvatn, Iceland, sunrise is at 11:15 and sunset at 15:36 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Laugarvatn?

The average sunshine duration in December in Laugarvatn, Iceland, is 2.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Laugarvatn?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average temperature in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-7.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average pressure in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in December: 998.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average wind speed in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average humidity in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (141mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average rainfall days in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in December: 258mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (393mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall days in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average sunshine days in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average UV index in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average cloud cover in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in December
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average visibility in December - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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