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Iceland in December
Only four hours of daylight around solstice; many rural businesses close for holidays.
What to expect in Iceland in December
December brings cold weather to Iceland, with daytime highs around 3°C (37°F) and overnight lows near -2°C (28°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 79 mm of rainfall on average. Only four hours of daylight around solstice; many rural businesses close for holidays..
Crowds are manageable in December — busy in popular areas but not overwhelming. Prices sit in the shoulder-season range — not the cheapest, but well off peak. Peak season runs June–August, for context.
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