Bolungarvík, Iceland
Westfjords · Iceland
Bolungarvík is a small town in Westfjords, Iceland with a population of 995. Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bolungarvík
Bolungarvík is a small town and the only built-up area in the municipality of Bolungarvíkurkaupstaður in the northwest of Iceland, located on the Westfjords peninsula, approximately 14 km (8.7 mi) from the town of Ísafjörður and 473 km (294 mi) from the capital city Reykjavík.
People
Climate
| Population | 995 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.1592°, -23.2494° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Westfjords |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,190 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.5 inches (88 cm) |
About Bolungarvík
Bolungarvík is a small town in Iceland (Westfjords) with a population of 995. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.3°F |
| 36% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Area | 41.7 sq mi (108.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.1592°N, 23.2494°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Helgrindur (144 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| April | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 40°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.7 in |
Bolungarvík has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 26°F in March to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (2.4").
Schools in Bolungarvík
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grunnskóli Bolungarvíkur | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bolungarvík
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Museum Westfjords | ||||
| Ósvör |
Libraries in Bolungarvík
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Bolungarvíkur | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bolungarvík
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMS |
Hotels in Bolungarvík
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bolungarvík
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bolungarvík
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bolungarvík
6 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bolungarvík
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bolungarvík
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bolungarvík
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bolungarvík
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bildudalur Airport | BIU | Medium Airport |
| Ísafjörður Airport | IFJ | Medium Airport |
| Baeir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hrafnseyri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Þingeyri Airport | TEY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bolungarvík
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hólskirkja |
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Waterfalls Near Bolungarvík
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Bolungarvík.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Drifandi | Height: 50 |
| Glúmsstaðafoss |
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What is the population of Bolungarvík?
Bolungarvík has a population of 995 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 41.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bolungarvík?
Bolungarvík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches, with 34.5 inches of snow.
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