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Höfn, Iceland
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Höfn is a small town in East, Iceland with a population of 1,690. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Höfn
Höfn is a fishing town in southeastern Iceland. It lies near Hornafjörður fjord.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,690 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.2539°, -15.2121° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | East |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.2 inches (1,326 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.1 inches (64 cm) |
About Höfn
Höfn is a small town in Iceland (East) with a population of 1,690. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Höfn
Höfn has an average annual temperature of 5.2°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jul (11°C), the coldest is Dec (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1513 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.3°F |
| 27% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 2,439.0 sq mi (6,317.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.2539°N, 15.2121°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
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esjufjoll (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esjufjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,620 m (5,315 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Oraefajokull | Stratovolcano | 2,010 m (6,594 ft) | 1728 | 73 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 82 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 103 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 115 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 118 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 146 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 177 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 194 km |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 5.2 in |
Höfn has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 32°F in January to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (2.8").
Schools in Höfn
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hafnarskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Heppuskóli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Höfn
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Höfn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Svavarssafn - Listasafn |
Libraries in Höfn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn | 0.0 |
Hotels in Höfn
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Höfn
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Höfn
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Höfn
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Höfn
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Höfn
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Höfn
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Höfn
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hornafjörður Airport | HFN | Medium Airport |
| Steinasandur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Svínafell Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Höfn
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Höfn
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bjarnaneskirkja | |
| Church of the Holy Family and St. Jean-Marie Vianney | |
| Hafnarkirkja | |
| Hvítasunnukirkjan Lifandi Vatn |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Iceland
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Höfn
What is the population of Höfn?
Höfn has a population of 1,690 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,439.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Höfn?
Höfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches, with 25.1 inches of snow.