Climate Overview
The climate in Patreksfjordur Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1251mm of precipitation falls per year. Patreksfjordur Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Patreksfjordur Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Patreksfjordur Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Patreksfjordur Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 11°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Patreksfjordur Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1251mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 146mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 74mm. That's 71mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Patreksfjordur Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 204cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 48cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Patreksfjordur Airport is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 32km/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 39km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 16km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 39km/h in winter, 31km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 34km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Patreksfjordur Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Patreksfjordur 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 August at around 11°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 276mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 232mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 374mm across the season with a monthly average of 125mm. Expect around 23cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 34km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 2°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Expect around 125cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 39km/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 Patreksfjordur 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.
