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Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
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Vestmannaeyjar is a small town in South, Iceland with a population of 4,219. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vestmannaeyjar
Vestmannaeyjar is a municipality and archipelago off the south coast of Iceland.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,219 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.4427°, -20.2734° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | South |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.7 inches (1,517 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 22.3 inches (57 cm) |
About Vestmannaeyjar
Vestmannaeyjar is a small town in Iceland (South) with a population of 4,219. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.7 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Vestmannaeyjar
Vestmannaeyjar has an average annual temperature of 5.5°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (10.8°C), the coldest is Feb (1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1562 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 122.6 sq mi (317.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.4427°N, 20.2734°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 75.0 m (246 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1967 | ICELAND: CENTRAL-SOUTH | Meteorological | 75.0 m | — | 43 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vestmannaeyjar (3 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 3 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 38 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Katla | Subglacial | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 1918 | 63 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 67 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 74 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 76 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 91 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 92 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 102 km |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 122 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 128 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 159 km |
| Hofsjokull | Subglacial | 1,765 m (5,791 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 5.6 in |
Vestmannaeyjar has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 34°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (3.5").
Colleges & Universities in Vestmannaeyjar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framhaldsskólinn í Vestmannaeyjum | College | — | — |
| Vestmannaeyjar Research Centre | University | — | Visit → |
| Þekkingarsetur Vestmannaeyja | University | — | — |
Schools in Vestmannaeyjar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnaskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Hamarskóli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vestmannaeyjar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vestmannaeyjar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byggðasafn | ||||
| Eldheimar | ||||
| Medical Museum | ||||
| Skansinn | ||||
| Viking wax museum |
Hotels in Vestmannaeyjar
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vestmannaeyjar
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vestmannaeyjar
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Vestmannaeyjar
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vestmannaeyjar
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vestmannaeyjar
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vestmannaeyjar
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vestmannaeyjar
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Vestmannaeyjar
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vestmannaeyjar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vestmannaeyjar
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vestmannaeyjar Airport | VEY | Medium Airport |
| Bakki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flúðir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Forsæti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Geitamelur Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gunnarsholt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hella Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hvolsvöllur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Múlakot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vatnsnes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Þórsmörk Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vestmannaeyjar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vestmannaeyjar
3 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Surtsey | Natural | 2008 |
| Surtsey | ||
| Surtsey |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vestmannaeyjar
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aðventkirkjan | |
| Hvítasunnukirkjan Vestmannaeyjum | |
| Landakirkja | |
| The Stave Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vestmannaeyjar
What is the population of Vestmannaeyjar?
Vestmannaeyjar has a population of 4,219 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 122.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vestmannaeyjar?
Vestmannaeyjar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 22.3 inches of snow.