Weather forecast for the Laugavegur in December

In December, the Laugavegur trail experiences a range of winter weather conditions. The temperatures fluctuate between highs of 7°C and lows dropping to -16°C. Precipitation varies significantly with some days seeing up to 38 mm of rain or snow. There are frequent occurrences of light freezing rain and moderate to heavy snow showers, interspersed with episodes of clear and sunny skies. Cloudy and overcast days are common, and snow and rain events can occur abruptly.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Landmannalaugar
End date
Dec 4
End town
Þórsmörk
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
4
Total distance
55 km
Daily distance
13.8 km
Average high
2°C
Average low
-3°C
Average precipitation
6.0 mm/day

Winter weather along the Laugavegur trail showcases a mix of challenging conditions.

The days often start with cold temperatures as low as -16°C. The weather is marked by light freezing rain and occasional snowfall, building up to heavier precipitation as the day progresses. Temperatures can reach up to 7°C, bringing a contrast of sun and intermittent rain showers. Throughout the day, periods of overcast skies and cloud coverage dominate, only to be broken by brief spells of sun. Rainfall can reach substantial amounts with some days experiencing significant precipitation, leading to moderate rain and snow showers. These meteorological shifts emphasize the unpredictable nature of December weather on the trail.

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