When is the best time to go to Hofn?

When is the best time to go to Hofn? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • December is the coldest month of the year
  • The rainiest months are January, February, September, October and December


Annual weather in Hofn

For full information about the climate and weather in Hofn a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 32°F/40°F
12.7in
February 34°F/40°F
14in
March 32°F/40°F
8.9in
April 36°F/41°F
8in
May 40°F/45°F
6.2in
June 47°F/50°F
4.5in
July 49°F/54°F
6.2in
August 49°F/54°F
7.8in
September 45°F/50°F
12.5in
October 40°F/45°F
13.5in
November 36°F/41°F
10.8in
December 32°F/38°F
12in


Weather and climate in Hofn

Hofn enjoys a tundra climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Hofn is 45°F (ranging from 38°F in december to 54°F in august). Annual rainfall is 117in, with a minimum of 4.5in in june and a maximum of 14in in february.
  • From january to may the climate is the worst possible. The temperature rises to 45°F.
  • Between the months of june and september the climate is unfavorable. It is for example 50°F as maximum temperature in september and it rains about 40% of the time in september.
  • From october to december the climate is very bad. the thermometer goes up to 38°F°C and it rains about 41% of the time in december.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Hofn

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Hofn: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Hofn

Find out when Hofn has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Hofn

  • Very low season in Hofn
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, April, November and December.
  • Low season in Hofn
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: May and October.
  • High season in Hofn
    The number of visitors to Hofn is high in: June and September.
  • Peak season in Hofn
    The largest number of tourists visiting Hofn is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Hofn month by month



Best time for low prices in Hofn

Average prices of hotels in Hofn month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Hofn. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, August is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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