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Garður, Iceland
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Garður is a small town in Southern Peninsula, Iceland with a population of 1,429. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Garður
Garður is a town in southwestern Iceland on the Southern Peninsula, bordered by the Faxaflói Bay. It is part of the municipality of Suðurnesjabær, formed in 2018 when it merged with Sandgerði.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,429 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.0706°, -22.6513° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Southern Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (928 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.9 inches (38 cm) |
About Garður
Garður is a small town in Iceland (Southern Peninsula) with a population of 1,429. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Garður
Garður has an average annual temperature of 5.4°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.6°C), the coldest is Feb (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1100 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 103.7 sq mi (268.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.0706°N, 22.6513°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Reykjanes (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 25 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 35 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 45 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 60 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 86 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 93 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 111 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 138 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 146 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 156 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 166 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in |
Garður has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (2.0").
Museums in Garður
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps | ||||
| Duus Museum | ||||
| Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll | ||||
| Kvikan | ||||
| Powerplant Exhibition | ||||
| Slökkviliðsminjasafn | ||||
| Viking World Museum |
Libraries in Garður
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Grindavíkur | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Reykjanesbæjar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Garður
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Garður
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Garður
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Garður
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Garður
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Garður
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | KEF | Large Airport |
| Reykjavík Domestic Airport | RKV | Medium Airport |
| Kaldármelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garður
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Útskálakirkja |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Iceland
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Garður
What is the population of Garður?
Garður has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 103.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garður?
Garður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.