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Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
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Hvolsvöllur is a small town in South, Iceland with a population of 1,036. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hvolsvöllur
Hvolsvöllur is a town in the south of Iceland about 106 km to the east of Reykjavík.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,036 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.7507°, -20.2245° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | South |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.8 inches (1,290 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.2 inches (59 cm) |
About Hvolsvöllur
Hvolsvöllur is a small town in Iceland (South) with a population of 1,036. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.8 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 122.6 sq mi (317.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.7507°N, 20.2245°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 | — | 34 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tindfjallajokull (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 32 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 37 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 38 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 46 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 56 km |
| Katla | Subglacial | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 1918 | 58 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 69 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 79 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 92 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 95 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 116 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 125 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.7 in |
Hvolsvöllur has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 31°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (3.2").
Schools in Hvolsvöllur
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hvolsskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Leikskólinn Örk | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Hvolsvöllur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saga Centre | ||||
| Sagnagarður Soil Conservation Visitor Centre | ||||
| Sagnagarður Soil Conservation Visitor Centre |
Hotels in Hvolsvöllur
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hvolsvöllur
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hvolsvöllur
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hvolsvöllur
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hvolsvöllur
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hvolsvöllur
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hvolsvöllur
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hvolsvöllur
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vestmannaeyjar Airport | VEY | Medium Airport |
| Bakki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flúðir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Forsæti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Geitamelur Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gunnarsholt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hella Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hvolsvöllur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Múlakot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skógasandur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vatnsnes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Þórsmörk Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hvolsvöllur
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Breiðabólstaðarkirkja | |
| Stórólfshvolskirkja |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hvolsvöllur
What is the population of Hvolsvöllur?
Hvolsvöllur has a population of 1,036 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 122.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hvolsvöllur?
Hvolsvöllur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 23.2 inches of snow.