Climate Overview
The climate in Egilsstaðir Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1364mm of precipitation falls per year. Egilsstaðir Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Egilsstaðir Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Egilsstaðir Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Egilsstaðir Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -7°C to 12°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Egilsstaðir Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1364mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 165mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 65mm. That's 101mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Egilsstaðir Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 517cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Egilsstaðir Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Egilsstaðir Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Egilsstaðir Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 12°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -7°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 292mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 236mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 398mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Expect around 104cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 438mm across the season with a monthly average of 146mm. Expect around 250cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Egilsstaðir Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
