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Álftanes, Iceland
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Álftanes is a small town in Capital Region, Iceland with a population of 2,392. Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Álftanes
Álftanes is the name of a town and a collection of small peninsulas in Iceland. It means swan peninsula.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,392 |
| Population Density | 1,239 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.1000°, -22.0167° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Capital Region |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.9 inches (963 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.0 inches (48 cm) |
About Álftanes
Álftanes is a small town in Iceland (Capital Region) with a population of 2,392. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Álftanes
Álftanes has an average annual temperature of 5.4°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (12°C), the coldest is Jan (0.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,239/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.1000°N, 22.0167°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 75.0 m (246 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1967 | ICELAND: CENTRAL-SOUTH | Meteorological | 75.0 m | — | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Brennisteinsfjoll (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 22 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 24 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 29 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 39 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 55 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 84 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 92 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 115 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 115 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 128 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 139 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 3.9 in |
Álftanes has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 31°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (2.1").
Schools in Álftanes
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Álftanesskóli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Álftanes
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rás2 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Bylgjan | — | AAC+ 131 kbps | |
| Flashback 60s | — | MP3 | |
| Útvarp Saga | news talk, talk & speech | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RUV 1 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Country Bylgjan | country | AAC+ 130 kbps | |
| Rondó | — | AAC 352 kbps |
Museums in Álftanes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aðalstræti 10 | ||||
| Arbaer Outdoor Museum | ||||
| Ásmundarsafn | ||||
| Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center | ||||
| Bookless Bungalow | ||||
| Byggðarsafnið | ||||
| Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar | ||||
| Einar Jónsson Museum | ||||
| Gerðarsafn | ||||
| Heimili Veitna | ||||
| Hofdi house | ||||
| Icelandic Punk Museum | ||||
| Kjarvalsstaðir | ||||
| Kvikmyndasafn Íslands | ||||
| Listasafn ASÍ | ||||
| Museum Of Design And Applied Art | ||||
| National Gallery of Iceland | ||||
| National Museum of Iceland | ||||
| Náttúrufræðistofa Kópavogs | ||||
| Pharmacy Museum | ||||
| Reykjavík 871±2 | ||||
| Reykjavik Art Museum | ||||
| Reykjavík Maritime Museum | ||||
| Reykjavik Museum of Photography | ||||
| Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar | ||||
| Saga Museum | ||||
| Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum | ||||
| Tales from Iceland | ||||
| The Culture House | ||||
| The Icelandic Phallological Museum | ||||
| Tónlistarsafn Íslands | ||||
| Víkin | ||||
| Whales of Iceland | ||||
| Þjóðminjasafn Íslands - varðveisla |
Libraries in Álftanes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Akraness | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Garðabæjar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Hafnarfjarðar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Kópavogs | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Móðurmáls | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Seltjarnarness | 0.0 | |||||
| Borgarbókasafnið - Menningarhús Spönginni | 0.0 | |||||
| Borgarbókasafnið Árbæ | 0.0 | |||||
| National and University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Archives of Iceland | 0.0 | |||||
| Reykjavík City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reykjavík City Library Kringlan | 0.0 | |||||
| Sólheimasafn | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Álftanes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolaportið |
Gyms in Álftanes
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Álftanes
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Álftanes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ægisgarður | ||||
| RVK Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Álftanes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Álftanes
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skálafell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Álftanes
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | KEF | Large Airport |
| Reykjavík Domestic Airport | RKV | Medium Airport |
| Heiði - Fisfélag | — | Small Airport |
| Kaldármelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kárastaða Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sandskeið Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stórikroppur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tungubakkar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Álftanes
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bessastaðakirkja | |
| Garðakirkja |
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What is the population of Álftanes?
Álftanes has a population of 2,392 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1,239 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Álftanes?
Álftanes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.