Climate Overview
The climate in Egilsstaðir is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1339mm of precipitation falls per year. Egilsstaðir receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Egilsstaðir 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 January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Egilsstaðir experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Egilsstaðir sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -7°C to 13°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 13°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is January, 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 September and October, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Egilsstaðir is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1339mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 149mm of rainfall. February and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 63mm. That's 87mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Egilsstaðir receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 721cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 117cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Egilsstaðir is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Egilsstaðir, which began on September 23, 2026. Egilsstaðir 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 13°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 7°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 272mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 243mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 395mm across the season with a monthly average of 132mm. Expect around 163cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 428mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Expect around 345cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 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.
