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Grundarhverfi, Iceland
Capital Region · Iceland
Grundarhverfi is a small town in Capital Region, Iceland with a population of 528. Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grundarhverfi
Kjalarnes is the least populous district in the municipality of Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland, with a population of around 600 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 528 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.2406°, -21.8367° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Capital Region |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (931 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.0 inches (46 cm) |
About Grundarhverfi
Grundarhverfi is a small town in Iceland (Capital Region) with a population of 528. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Grundarhverfi
Grundarhverfi has an average annual temperature of 5.4°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (12°C), the coldest is Jan (0.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.8°F |
| 28% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 94.2 sq mi (244.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.2406°N, 21.8367°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 75.0 m (246 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1967 | ICELAND: CENTRAL-SOUTH | Meteorological | 75.0 m | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hengill (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 27 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 34 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 42 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 51 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 56 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 68 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 80 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 109 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 120 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 123 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 127 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in |
Grundarhverfi has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 30°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (2.1").
Schools in Grundarhverfi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klébergsskóli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Grundarhverfi
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rás2 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Bylgjan | — | AAC+ 131 kbps | |
| Flashback 60s | — | MP3 | |
| Útvarp Saga | news talk, talk & speech | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RUV 1 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Country Bylgjan | country | AAC+ 130 kbps | |
| Rondó | — | AAC 352 kbps |
Museums in Grundarhverfi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aðalstræti 10 | ||||
| Arbaer Outdoor Museum | ||||
| Ásmundarsafn | ||||
| Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center | ||||
| Bookless Bungalow | ||||
| Byggðarsafnið | ||||
| Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar | ||||
| Einar Jónsson Museum | ||||
| Gerðarsafn | ||||
| Heimili Veitna | ||||
| Hofdi house | ||||
| Icelandic Punk Museum | ||||
| Kjarvalsstaðir | ||||
| Kvikmyndasafn Íslands | ||||
| Listasafn ASÍ | ||||
| Museum Of Design And Applied Art | ||||
| National Gallery of Iceland | ||||
| National Museum of Iceland | ||||
| Náttúrufræðistofa Kópavogs | ||||
| Pharmacy Museum | ||||
| Reykjavík 871±2 | ||||
| Reykjavik Art Museum | ||||
| Reykjavík Maritime Museum | ||||
| Reykjavik Museum of Photography | ||||
| Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar | ||||
| Saga Museum | ||||
| Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum | ||||
| Tales from Iceland | ||||
| The Culture House | ||||
| The Icelandic Phallological Museum | ||||
| Tónlistarsafn Íslands | ||||
| Víkin | ||||
| Whales of Iceland | ||||
| Þjóðminjasafn Íslands - varðveisla |
Libraries in Grundarhverfi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Akraness | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Garðabæjar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Hafnarfjarðar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Kópavogs | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Móðurmáls | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Mosfellsbæjar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Seltjarnarness | 0.0 | |||||
| Borgarbókasafnið - Menningarhús Spönginni | 0.0 | |||||
| Borgarbókasafnið Árbæ | 0.0 | |||||
| Borgarbókasafnið Úlfarsárdal | 0.0 | |||||
| National and University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Archives of Iceland | 0.0 | |||||
| Reykjavík City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reykjavík City Library Kringlan | 0.0 | |||||
| Sólheimasafn | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grundarhverfi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolaportið | |||||
| Mosskógar |
Gas Stations in Grundarhverfi
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Grundarhverfi
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Grundarhverfi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ægisgarður | ||||
| RVK Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Grundarhverfi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Grundarhverfi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skálafell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Grundarhverfi
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reykjavík Domestic Airport | RKV | Medium Airport |
| Heiði - Fisfélag | — | Small Airport |
| Kaldármelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kárastaða Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sandskeið Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stórikroppur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tungubakkar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grundarhverfi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brautarholtskirkja | |
| Saurbæjarkirkja |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Grundarhverfi
What is the population of Grundarhverfi?
Grundarhverfi has a population of 528 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 94.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grundarhverfi?
Grundarhverfi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches, with 18.0 inches of snow.