Patreksfjörður, Iceland
Westfjords · Iceland
Patreksfjörður is a small town in Westfjords, Iceland with a population of 677. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Patreksfjörður
Patreksfjörður is a fishing village in the Westfjords of Iceland. It was an important fishing and trading post until the Icelandic government's introduction of a fishing quota in 1990. Administratively, it is part of the municipality of Vesturbyggð. It is the westernmost settlement of Iceland.
People
Climate
| Population | 677 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.5978°, -23.9960° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Westfjords |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.3 inches (1,378 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 30.3 inches (77 cm) |
About Patreksfjörður
Patreksfjörður is a small town in Iceland (Westfjords) with a population of 677. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.3 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.3°F |
| 33% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 41.7 sq mi (108.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.5978°N, 23.9960°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Helgrindur (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 105 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.5 in |
Patreksfjörður has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 28°F in March to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (2.9").
Schools in Patreksfjörður
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grunnskólinn á Tálknafirði | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Patreksfjörður
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Patreksfjörður
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hnjótur | ||||
| Hnjótur |
Hotels in Patreksfjörður
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Patreksfjörður
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Patreksfjörður
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Patreksfjörður
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Patreksfjörður
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Patreksfjörður
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Patreksfjörður
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Patreksfjörður
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bildudalur Airport | BIU | Medium Airport |
| Hrafnseyri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rif Airport | OLI | Small Airport |
| Þingeyri Airport | TEY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Patreksfjörður
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Patreksfjörður
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Patreksfjarðarkirkja | |
| Sauðlauksdalur | |
| Stóralaugardalskirkja | |
| Tálknafjarðarkirkja |
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Waterfalls Near Patreksfjörður
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Patreksfjörður.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Foss | |
| Svuntufoss |
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Public Holidays in Iceland
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What is the population of Patreksfjörður?
Patreksfjörður has a population of 677 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 41.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Patreksfjörður?
Patreksfjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches, with 30.3 inches of snow.
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