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Sandgerði, Iceland
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Sandgerði is a small town in Southern Peninsula, Iceland with a population of 1,546. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sandgerði
Sandgerði, also known as Sandgerðisbær, is a town in southwestern Iceland on the Southern Peninsula. It is part of the municipality of Suðurnesjabær, formed in 2018 when it merged with Garður.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,546 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.0376°, -22.7080° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Southern Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (919 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.8 inches (38 cm) |
About Sandgerði
Sandgerði is a small town in Iceland (Southern Peninsula) with a population of 1,546. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Sandgerði
Sandgerði has an average annual temperature of 5.4°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.6°C), the coldest is Feb (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1100 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 103.7 sq mi (268.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.0376°N, 22.7080°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Reykjanes (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 22 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 35 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 47 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 63 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 89 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 97 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 116 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 139 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 148 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 157 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 170 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in |
Sandgerði has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (1.9").
Schools in Sandgerði
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grunnskóli Sandgerðis | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sandgerði
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps | ||||
| Duus Museum | ||||
| Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll | ||||
| Powerplant Exhibition | ||||
| Slökkviliðsminjasafn | ||||
| Viking World Museum |
Libraries in Sandgerði
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Reykjanesbæjar | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Sandgerði
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sandgerði
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sandgerði
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sandgerði
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | KEF | Large Airport |
| Kaldármelar Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandgerði
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hvalsneskirkja | |
| Sandgerðiskirkja |
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Public Holidays in Iceland
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What is the population of Sandgerði?
Sandgerði has a population of 1,546 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 103.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandgerði?
Sandgerði has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.