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Laugar, Iceland
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Laugar is a small town in Northeast, Iceland with a population of 1,001. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Laugar
Laugar is a hamlet in the Northeastern Region Iceland, on the Reykjadalsá river, a left tributary of the Laxá í Aðaldal river. Route 1 runs through the village between Akureyri and Reykjahlíð. It is largest village in the municipality of Þingeyjarsveit. In 2018, it had a population of 109 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,001 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.7216°, -17.3735° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Northeast |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (639 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.9 inches (33 cm) |
About Laugar
Laugar is a small town in Iceland (Northeast) with a population of 1,001. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Laugar
Laugar has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.8°C), the coldest is Feb (-0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 568 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.6°F |
| 32% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 1,440.9 sq mi (3,732.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.7216°N, 17.3735°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 | — | 84 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Theistareykir (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 16 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 30 km |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 47 km |
| Tjornes Fracture Zone | Submarine | -75 m (-246 ft) | 1868 | 66 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 81 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 121 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 124 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 145 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 145 km |
| Esjufjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,620 m (5,315 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Oraefajokull | Stratovolcano | 2,010 m (6,594 ft) | 1728 | 189 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 40°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in |
Laugar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 28°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Laugar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framhaldsskólinn á Laugum | College | — | Visit → |
Radio Stations near Laugar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Laugar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenjaðarstaður | ||||
| Ystafell Transporation museum | ||||
| Ystafell Transportation Museum |
Hotels in Laugar
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Laugar
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Laugar
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Laugar
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Laugar
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Laugar
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akureyri International Airport | AEY | Large Airport |
| Húsavík Airport | HZK | Medium Airport |
| Mývatn Airport | MVA | Medium Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Laugar
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Vatnajökull National Park - Dynamic Nature of Fire and Ice | Natural | 2019 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laugar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Einarstaðakirkja | |
| Þverárkirkja |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laugar
What is the population of Laugar?
Laugar has a population of 1,001 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,440.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laugar?
Laugar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 12.9 inches of snow.