Climate of Southern Peninsula, Iceland
Area-weighted average across Southern Peninsula. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Southern Peninsula, a subdivision of Iceland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.4°C / 31.3°F in January to 10.4°C / 50.7°F in July, with rainfall from 57 mm / 2.2 in to 111 mm / 4.4 in depending on the season (1038 mm / 40.9 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 | -0.4°C31.3°F | 98 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -0.1°C31.8°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.1°C32.2°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| April | 2.5°C36.5°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 5.9°C42.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| June | 8.6°C47.5°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 10.4°C50.7°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| August | 10°C50°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| September | 7.3°C45.1°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| October | 4.3°C39.7°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| November | 1.4°C34.5°F | 99 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| December | 0.1°C32.2°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Southern Peninsula?
Southern Peninsula, Iceland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 10.4°C / 50.7°F, and the driest is June at 57 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Southern Peninsula?
Southern Peninsula, Iceland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.4°C / 31.3°F in January to 10.4°C / 50.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1038 mm / 40.9 in, with the wettest month being February (111 mm / 4.4 in) and the driest June (57 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Southern Peninsula?
The hottest month in Southern Peninsula is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.4°C / 50.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Southern Peninsula?
The coldest month in Southern Peninsula is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.4°C / 31.3°F.
When does it rain most in Southern Peninsula?
The wettest month in Southern Peninsula is February, averaging about 111 mm / 4.4 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 57 mm / 2.2 in.