Þórólfsfell

Mountain Prominent volcanic hill in southern Iceland's highlands

A hill in southern Iceland, Þórólfsfell provides hiking routes and views over glacial rivers and nearby lowlands; visitors go for short climbs and landscape photography.

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Þórólfsfell
Þórólfsfell (mountain), Southern Region, Iceland
63.7188, -19.6643
Open year-round
Free (hiking); guided tours or transport services vary

How to Get to Þórólfsfell #

Approach routes vary depending on local road conditions; a 4x4 vehicle may be required for certain tracks in the Southern Region. Check local farm roads and track permissions where applicable.

Tips for Visiting Þórólfsfell #

  • Wear sturdy footwear and check local weather-South Iceland mountains can be deceptively changeable even in summer.
  • The access roads can be rough; a vehicle with good clearance is recommended for some approaches.
  • Combine a hike to Þórólfsfell with nearby waterfalls or geothermal sites to make a full day of the trip.

Best Time to Visit Þórólfsfell #

Summer offers the easiest hiking; late spring and early autumn are good for fewer crowds and dramatic light.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Milder conditions and long daylight hours for hiking.
Late spring and early autumn
May, September · 0-10°C
Quieter trails with brisk air; snow may persist at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Þórólfsfell #

Climate

Þórólfsfell's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1503 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
9.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
9.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
9.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
8.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
14.7h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
17.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
19.8h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
18.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
15.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (148 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
8.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
9.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.2h daylight

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