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Ólafsfjörður, Iceland
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Ólafsfjörður is a small town in Northeast, Iceland with a population of 785. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ólafsfjörður
Ólafsfjörður is a town in the northeast of Iceland located at the mouth of the fjord Eyjafjörður.
People
Climate
| Population | 785 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Coordinates | 66.0672°, -18.6440° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Northeast |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (667 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.5 inches (42 cm) |
About Ólafsfjörður
Ólafsfjörður is a small town in Iceland (Northeast) with a population of 785. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.7°F |
| 38% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 59.9 sq mi (155.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.0672°N, 18.6440°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 | — | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Theistareykir (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Theistareykir | Shield | 540 m (1,772 ft) | -900 | 72 km |
| Tjornes Fracture Zone | Submarine | -75 m (-246 ft) | 1868 | 74 km |
| Krafla | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | 1984 | 95 km |
| Fremrinamar | Stratovolcano | 970 m (3,182 ft) | -1200 | 116 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Askja | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1961 | 143 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 144 km |
| Tungnafellsjokull | Stratovolcano | 1,523 m (4,997 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Bardarbunga | Stratovolcano | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | 2015 | 168 km |
| Kverkfjoll | Stratovolcano | 1,930 m (6,332 ft) | 1968 | 183 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 190 km |
| Grimsvotn | Caldera | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) | 2011 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in |
Ólafsfjörður has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 25°F in February to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.4").
Schools in Ólafsfjörður
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grunnskóli Ólafsfjarðar | — | — | — | — |
| Grunnskóli Ólafsfjarðar | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ólafsfjörður
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hvoll | ||||
| Náttúrugripasafn Ólafsfjarðar | ||||
| Pálshús Museum |
Libraries in Ólafsfjörður
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Ólafsfjarðar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ólafsfjörður
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ólafsfjörður
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ólafsfjörður
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ólafsfjörður
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ólafsfjörður
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ólafsfjörður
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ólafsfjörður
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akureyri International Airport | AEY | Large Airport |
| Grímsey Airport | GRY | Medium Airport |
| Siglufjörður Airport | SIJ | Medium Airport |
| Hrísey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melgerðismelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ólafsfjörður
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kvíabekkjarkirkja | |
| Ólafsfjarðarkirkja |
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What is the population of Ólafsfjörður?
Ólafsfjörður has a population of 785 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ólafsfjörður?
Ólafsfjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 16.5 inches of snow.