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Egilsstaðir, Iceland
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Egilsstaðir is a small town in East, Iceland with a population of 2,572. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðir is a town in east Iceland on the banks of the Lagarfljót river.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,572 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.2669°, -14.3949° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | East |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.6 inches (829 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.3 inches (47 cm) |
About Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðir is a small town in Iceland (East) with a population of 2,572. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.6 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.9°F |
| 32% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 82.6 sq mi (213.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.2669°N, 14.3949°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 | — | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fremrinamar (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 107 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 115 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 119 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 126 km |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 142 km |
| Esjufjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,620 m (5,315 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 163 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 167 km |
| Tjornes Fracture Zone | Submarine | -75 m (-246 ft) | 1868 | 170 km |
| Oraefajokull | Stratovolcano | 2,010 m (6,594 ft) | 1728 | 172 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.4 in |
Egilsstaðir has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 28°F in February to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Egilsstaðir
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menntaskólinn á Egilsstöðum | College | — | — |
Schools in Egilsstaðir
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fellaskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Grunnskóli Egilsstaða | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Egilsstaðir
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Egilsstaðir
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Icelandic Wartime Museum | ||||
| The East Iceland Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Egilsstaðir
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Héraðsbúa | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Reyðarfjarðar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Egilsstaðir
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Egilsstaðir
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Egilsstaðir
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Egilsstaðir
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Egilsstaðir
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Egilsstaðir
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Egilsstaðir
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Egilsstaðir
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Egilsstaðir
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Egilsstaðir
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Egilsstaðir
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Egilsstaðir Airport | EGS | Medium Airport |
| Vopnafjörður Airport | VPN | Medium Airport |
| Borgarfjörður eystri Airport | BGJ | Small Airport |
| Breiðdalsvík Airport | BXV | Small Airport |
| Djúpivogur Airport | DJU | Small Airport |
| Norðfjörður Airport | NOR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Egilsstaðir
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Egilsstaðir
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Egilsstaðakirkja |
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What is the population of Egilsstaðir?
Egilsstaðir has a population of 2,572 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 82.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Egilsstaðir?
Egilsstaðir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.