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Hveragerði, Iceland
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Hveragerði is a small town in South, Iceland with a population of 2,288. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hveragerði
Hveragerði is a town and municipality in the south of Iceland, 45 km (28 mi) east of Reykjavík on Iceland's main ringroad, Route 1. The river Varmá runs through the town. With an area of 9 square kilometers (3.5 sq mi), Hveragerði is the third smallest municipality in Iceland by size.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,288 |
| Population Density | 2,971 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.0004°, -21.1860° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | South |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.1 inches (1,273 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 27.4 inches (69 cm) |
About Hveragerði
Hveragerði is a small town in Iceland (South) with a population of 2,288. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,971/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.0004°N, 21.1860°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 | — | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hromundartindur (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 12 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 15 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 16 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 30 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 46 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 70 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 70 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 74 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 79 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 87 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 102 km |
| Katla | Subglacial | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 1918 | 111 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 118 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.8 in |
Hveragerði has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 29°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (3.1").
Schools in Hveragerði
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landbúnaðarháskóli Íslands, Reykjum | — | — | — | — |
| Grunnskólinn í Hveragerði | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hveragerði
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suðurland FM | country, pop | MP3 |
Museums in Hveragerði
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geothermal Energy Exhibition | ||||
| Húsið | ||||
| LA Art Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Orkusýning | ||||
| Rjómabúið á Baugsstöðum | ||||
| The Bobby Fischer Center | ||||
| The Ghost Centre | ||||
| Veiðisafnið | ||||
| Þuríðarbúð |
Libraries in Hveragerði
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Árborgar | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafnið Hveragerði | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hveragerði
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hveragerði
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hveragerði
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Hveragerði
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Hveragerði
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hveragerði
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hveragerði
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hveragerði
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hveragerði
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hveragerði
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hveragerði
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skálafell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Hveragerði
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Forsæti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heiði - Fisfélag | — | Small Airport |
| Húsafell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kárastaða Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sandskeið Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Selfoss Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stórikroppur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tungubakkar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vatnsnes Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Hveragerði
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Þingvellir National Park | Cultural | 2004 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hveragerði
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hjallakirkja í Ölfusi | |
| Hveragerðiskirkja | |
| Kotstrandarkirkja |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hveragerði
What is the population of Hveragerði?
Hveragerði has a population of 2,288 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 2,971 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hveragerði?
Hveragerði has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches, with 27.4 inches of snow.