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Grundarfjörður, Iceland
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Grundarfjörður is a small town in West, Iceland with a population of 852. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grundarfjörður
Grundarfjörður is a town in the north of the Snæfellsnes peninsula in the west of Iceland. It is situated between a mountain range and the sea. The nearby mountain Kirkjufell forms a small peninsula.
People
Climate
| Population | 852 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.9243°, -23.2631° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | West |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,066 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.0 inches (61 cm) |
About Grundarfjörður
Grundarfjörður is a small town in Iceland (West) with a population of 852. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Grundarfjörður
Grundarfjörður has an average annual temperature of 4.7°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.2°C), the coldest is Feb (-0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 735 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.5°F |
| 32% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.9243°N, 23.2631°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Helgrindur (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 7 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 37 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 124 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 129 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 129 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 129 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 131 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 150 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.1 in |
Grundarfjörður has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 29°F in January to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.1").
Schools in Grundarfjörður
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjölbrautaskóli Shæfellinga | — | — | — | — |
| Grunnskóli Grundarfjörður | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Grundarfjörður
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn | 0.0 |
Hotels in Grundarfjörður
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Grundarfjörður
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Grundarfjörður
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Grundarfjörður
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grundarfjörður
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Grundarfjörður
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Grundarfjörður
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bildudalur Airport | BIU | Medium Airport |
| Grundarfjörður Airport | GUU | Small Airport |
| Rif Airport | OLI | Small Airport |
| Stykkishólmur Airport | SYK | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grundarfjörður
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grundarfjarðarkirkja | |
| Setbergskirkja |
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What is the population of Grundarfjörður?
Grundarfjörður has a population of 852 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grundarfjörður?
Grundarfjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches, with 24.0 inches of snow.