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Dalvík, Iceland
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Dalvík is a small town in Northeast, Iceland with a population of 1,359. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dalvík
Dalvík is the main town of Dalvíkurbyggð, a municipality of Iceland. As of January 2011, its population was 1,454 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,359 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.9702°, -18.5286° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Northeast |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (647 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.0 inches (41 cm) |
About Dalvík
Dalvík is a small town in Iceland (Northeast) with a population of 1,359. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 59.9 sq mi (155.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.9702°N, 18.5286°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 60.0 m (197 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | ASKJA LAKE | Meteorological | 60.0 m | — | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Theistareykir (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 64 km |
| Tjornes Fracture Zone | Submarine | -75 m (-246 ft) | 1868 | 74 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 87 km |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 105 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 132 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 136 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 156 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 171 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 182 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.3 in |
Dalvík has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 25°F in February to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Dalvík
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menntaskólinn á Tröllaskaga | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Dalvík
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalvíkurskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Hríseyjarskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Dalvíkurskóli | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Dalvík
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hvoll | ||||
| Náttúrugripasafn Ólafsfjarðar | ||||
| Pálshús Museum |
Libraries in Dalvík
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Ólafsfjarðar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Dalvík
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dalvík
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dalvík
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dalvík
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dalvík
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dalvík
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruggsmidan Brewery |
Airports Near Dalvík
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akureyri International Airport | AEY | Large Airport |
| Grímsey Airport | GRY | Medium Airport |
| Siglufjörður Airport | SIJ | Medium Airport |
| Hrísey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melgerðismelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dalvík
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dalvíkurkirkja | |
| Hríseyjarkirkja | |
| Stærri-Árskógskirkja | |
| Tjarnarkirkja | |
| Upsakapella | |
| Vallakirkja |
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Public Holidays in Iceland
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dalvík
What is the population of Dalvík?
Dalvík has a population of 1,359 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dalvík?
Dalvík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.