GufufossGufufoss at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Gufufoss
Summer months provide the easiest access and the most comfortable conditions for walking to and around remote East Iceland waterfalls.
Summer
June-August · 8-15°C
Mildest weather and longest daylight; waterfall flows are steady from glacial melt.
Shoulder seasons
May, September · 2-10°C
Fewer visitors and crisper light; some access roads may be limited earlier or later in the year.
Weather & Climate near Gufufoss
Climate
Gufufoss's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1085 mm/year), wettest in October.
Air Quality:
AQI 14
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -8° | 120 mm | overcast | 96% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.4h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 86 mm | overcast | 95% | 6.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 0° | -8° | 97 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 67 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 15.0h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 5° | -1° | 62 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 18.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 54 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 21.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 71 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 19.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 78 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 16.3h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 8° | 3° | 115 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 136 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 2° | -6° | 99 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.7h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 1° | -8° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 6.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 2.8h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Gufufoss
Gufufoss is in East Iceland’s rural network of roads and is best reached by car. From Egilsstaðir, drive along regional roads toward the coastal and inland routes of the East, following local signage; expect gravel roads and single‑lane sections near the site. Local guides and tourism centres in nearby towns can provide up‑to‑date directions.
Tips for Visiting Gufufoss
- Check local river crossings and trail conditions before setting out - East Iceland trails can be rough and remote.
- Bring insect repellent in summer; midges can be present near waterfalls and pools.
- Use caution near cliff edges; paths are unpaved and slippery when wet.