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Neskaupstaður, Iceland
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Neskaupstaður is a small town in East, Iceland with a population of 1,481. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Neskaupstaður
Neskaupstaður is a town located on the fjord Norðfjörður on the eastern side of Iceland, against the Norwegian Sea. It is part of the municipality of Fjarðabyggð and, as of 2016, it has a population of 1,481. Neskaupstaður is the second largest town in Eastern Region. The town was originally built on a farm called "Nes", settled by Egill Rauði.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,481 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.1482°, -13.6837° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | East |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.9 inches (1,470 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 29.3 inches (74 cm) |
About Neskaupstaður
Neskaupstaður is a small town in Iceland (East) with a population of 1,481. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.9 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Neskaupstaður
Neskaupstaður has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Aug (9.4°C), the coldest is Feb (1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1634 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.6°F |
| 32% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 82.6 sq mi (213.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.1482°N, 13.6837°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 | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fremrinamar (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 142 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 146 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 150 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 154 km |
| Esjufjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,620 m (5,315 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 178 km |
| Oraefajokull | Stratovolcano | 2,010 m (6,594 ft) | 1728 | 186 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 190 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.0 in |
Neskaupstaður has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 30°F in March to 47°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (3.2").
Schools in Neskaupstaður
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nesskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Neskaupstaður
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Málverkasafn Tryggva Ólafssonar | ||||
| Náttúrugripasafnið | ||||
| Sjóminja- og smiðjumunasafn Jósafats Hinrikssonar |
Libraries in Neskaupstaður
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn | 0.0 |
Hotels in Neskaupstaður
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Neskaupstaður
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Neskaupstaður
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Neskaupstaður
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Neskaupstaður
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Neskaupstaður
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Neskaupstaður
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Egilsstaðir Airport | EGS | Medium Airport |
| Borgarfjörður eystri Airport | BGJ | Small Airport |
| Breiðdalsvík Airport | BXV | Small Airport |
| Djúpivogur Airport | DJU | Small Airport |
| Norðfjörður Airport | NOR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Neskaupstaður
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mjóafjarðarkirkja | |
| Norðfjarðarkirkja |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Iceland
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Neskaupstaður
What is the population of Neskaupstaður?
Neskaupstaður has a population of 1,481 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 82.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Neskaupstaður?
Neskaupstaður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.9 inches, with 29.3 inches of snow.