Kópavogur

City · Reykjavík, 🇮🇸 Iceland

Area 154 km²

Time zone Atlantic/Reykjavik

Kópavogur

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Kópavogsbær's Unmissable Gems

Kópavogsbær's Unmissable Gems

Kópavogsbær, Iceland's second-largest municipality, encompasses a diverse landscape ranging from the dormant Þríhnúkagígur volcano to the geothermal Sky Lagoon on the coast. This selection highlights the Bláfjöll mountain range, the region's primary destination for downhill and cross-country skiing, alongside the serene Elliðavatn lake. The area also features modern architectural landmarks like Hjallakirkja and community hubs such as the health-focused Gló and local sports centers, reflecting the active character of the capital region.

Map of Kópavogur

Map of Kópavogur

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor

0° (feels like -6°) · extremes -18°–8°
-5° at night
17 rainy days
4 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
5 hours of daylight

Typical weather in February

Poor

2° (feels like -4°) · extremes -15°–8°
-3° at night
17 rainy days
3 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
8 hours of daylight

Typical weather in March

Poor

3° (feels like -2°) · extremes -13°–8°
-2° at night
16 rainy days
5 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
11 hours of daylight

Typical weather in April

Poor

6° (feels like 1°) · extremes -9°–10°
0° at night
15 rainy days
5 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
15 hours of daylight

Typical weather in May

Poor

10° (feels like 6°) · extremes -1°–14°
4° at night
15 rainy days
4 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
18 hours of daylight

Typical weather in June

Fair

13° (feels like 10°) · extremes 3°–17°
8° at night
16 rainy days
3 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
20 hours of daylight

Typical weather in July

Fair

14° (feels like 12°) · extremes 5°–18°
9° at night
17 rainy days
2 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
19 hours of daylight

Typical weather in August

Fair

14° (feels like 11°) · extremes 4°–17°
9° at night
17 rainy days
2 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
16 hours of daylight

Typical weather in September

Poor

11° (feels like 8°) · extremes 1°–14°
7° at night
18 rainy days
2 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
13 hours of daylight

Typical weather in October

Poor

7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -6°–11°
3° at night
16 rainy days
4 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
9 hours of daylight

Typical weather in November

Poor

3° (feels like -2°) · extremes -13°–10°
-1° at night
14 rainy days
4 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
6 hours of daylight

Typical weather in December

Poor

2° (feels like -4°) · extremes -16°–9°
-3° at night
16 rainy days
4 sunny days
Dry air
Light breeze
4 hours of daylight

Climate data: Open-Meteo Climate API (EC_Earth3P_HR) · 1991–2020

Practical information

Currency: Icelandic Króna ISK kr · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 112 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity: Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: Icelandic
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +354

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