The best times to visit Drangsnes for ideal weather are

January 1st to December 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Drangsnes Travel Info

Weather in Drangsnes

Temperature

Average temperatures in Drangsnes vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold all year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 34th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Drangsnes, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 56.3°F (13.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 46.1°F (7.8°C) at night.

Drangsnes Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Drangsnes Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Drangsnes Perceived Temperature (F)

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Drangsnes Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Drangsnes Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 34.7 30.6 25.9
Feb 33.9 29.7 24.8
Mar 36.3 32 27.9
Apr 41.6 35.6 30.3
May 44.7 39.9 35.6
Jun 51.7 46.2 41.8
Jul 53.1 48.6 44.8
Aug 52.6 48.2 44
Sep 50.2 44.6 38.8
Oct 42.8 37.8 32.6
Nov 38 32.7 27.1
Dec 37.5 32.5 27.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.5 -0.8 -3.4
Feb 1.1 -1.3 -4
Mar 2.4 0 -2.3
Apr 5.3 2 -0.9
May 7.1 4.4 2
Jun 10.9 7.9 5.4
Jul 11.7 9.2 7.1
Aug 11.4 9 6.7
Sep 10.1 7 3.8
Oct 6 3.2 0.3
Nov 3.3 0.4 -2.7
Dec 3.1 0.3 -2.7

 


 
Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Drangsnes.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Drangsnes (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
–>

 

Humidity and Wind

Drangsnes has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is December (70.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (82.1%).

Wind in Drangsnes is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is January, followed by November and February. January’s average wind speed of around 15.4 knots (17.7 MPH or 28.5 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 27.1 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Drangsnes.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 15.4 Significant breeze 22.8 Very strong breeze
Feb 14.7 Significant breeze 22.2 Very strong breeze
Mar 14.1 Significant breeze 20.6 Very strong breeze
Apr 12.3 Significant breeze 17 Strong breeze
May 11.5 Significant breeze 15.6 Very strong breeze
Jun 10.4 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Jul 9.8 Gentle breeze 13.5 Very strong breeze
Aug 10.1 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 13.9 Significant breeze 19.7 Very strong breeze
Oct 14.6 Significant breeze 21.2 Strong breeze
Nov 14.8 Significant breeze 21.3 Very strong breeze
Dec 14.1 Significant breeze 20.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 75.8%
Feb 74.5%
Mar 75.9%
Apr 73.9%
May 77%
Jun 76.6%
Jul 82.1%
Aug 79.8%
Sep 73.2%
Oct 76%
Nov 73.1%
Dec 70.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Drangsnes?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Iceland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 10, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Drangsnes, Iceland is January, followed by December and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Drangsnes in April. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 66.7 in April means 66.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Drangsnes Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 52.1°F (11.2°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Drangsnes, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 52.1°F (11.2°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Drangsnes to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 40.4°F (4.7°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C). These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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