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Blönduós, Iceland
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Blönduós is a small town in Northwest, Iceland with a population of 813. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Blönduós
Blönduós is a town and former municipality in the north of Iceland with a population of 895 in 2018.
Like many towns and villages around Iceland, Blönduós did not emerge as a village until the late 19th century. The town is situated on Route 1 at the mouth of the glacial river Blanda. Hrútey, a small island and natural reserve encircled by the river, is accessible via a pedestrian bridge just off the ring road. In 2022, the town merged with Húnavatnshreppur to form Húnabyggð.
People
Climate
| Population | 813 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.6593°, -20.2808° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Northwest |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.3 inches (515 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Blönduós
Blönduós is a small town in Iceland (Northwest) with a population of 813. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.6°F |
| 32% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 70.7 sq mi (183.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.6593°N, 20.2808°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Langjokull (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 94 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 121 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 133 km |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 144 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Tjornes Fracture Zone | Submarine | -75 m (-246 ft) | 1868 | 160 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 163 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 169 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 172 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 177 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 181 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 44°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in |
Blönduós has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 26°F in February to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.2") and May the driest (1.3").
Schools in Blönduós
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blönduskóli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Blönduós
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Blönduós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heimilisiðnaðarsafnið Textile Museum | ||||
| The Museum of Prophecies |
Hotels in Blönduós
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Blönduós
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Blönduós
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Blönduós
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Blönduós
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Blönduós
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Blönduós
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Blönduós
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blönduós Airport | BLO | Small Airport |
| Krókstaðarmelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sandá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sauðárkrókur Airport | SAK | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Blönduós
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blönduós
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Blönduóskirkja | |
| Blönduóskirkja eldri | |
| Höskuldsstaðakirkja |
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What is the population of Blönduós?
Blönduós has a population of 813 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 70.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Blönduós?
Blönduós has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.