Climate of Austurland, Iceland
Area-weighted average across Austurland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Austurland, a subdivision of Iceland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -3.3°C / 26.1°F in March to 7.4°C / 45.3°F in July, with rainfall from 73 mm / 2.9 in to 142 mm / 5.6 in depending on the season (1246 mm / 49.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.8°C27°F | 123 mm4.8″ | Snowy |
| February | -3.1°C26.4°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| March | -3.3°C26.1°F | 107 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| April | -1.7°C28.9°F | 73 mm2.9″ | Snowy |
| May | 1.7°C35.1°F | 75 mm3″ | Snowy |
| June | 5.2°C41.4°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| July | 7.4°C45.3°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| August | 7.2°C45°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| September | 4.2°C39.6°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| October | 0.7°C33.3°F | 142 mm5.6″ | Snowy |
| November | -1.8°C28.8°F | 113 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
| December | -2.8°C27°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Austurland?
Austurland, Iceland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 7.4°C / 45.3°F, and the driest is April at 73 mm / 2.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Austurland?
Austurland, Iceland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -3.3°C / 26.1°F in March to 7.4°C / 45.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1246 mm / 49.1 in, with the wettest month being October (142 mm / 5.6 in) and the driest April (73 mm / 2.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Austurland?
The hottest month in Austurland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.4°C / 45.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Austurland?
The coldest month in Austurland is March, with an area-wide average temperature of -3.3°C / 26.1°F.
When does it rain most in Austurland?
The wettest month in Austurland is October, averaging about 142 mm / 5.6 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 73 mm / 2.9 in.