Raufarhofn
Iceland's northernmost town, Raufarhöfn sits on the northeastern tip of the Melrakkaslétta peninsula, within walking distance of the sea. This compact fishing hamlet has operated a staffed weather observation station since 1920. Fishing remains the primary livelihood, and the settlement has been classified as a vulnerable community due to significant population decline since the early 2000s.
Description drafted with AI from public sources such as Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap. How this works
- Population188
- Nearest water from center 1.5 km0.9 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 1.5 km0.9 mi
Nearest airports
Raufarhofn: quick answers
Where is Raufarhofn?
Raufarhofn is in Iceland, about 129 km80 miles in a straight line from Akureyri.
How do you get to Raufarhofn?
The nearest airport is Raufarhöfn (RFN), about 9 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Raufarhofn?
The warmest month is August, averaging 9°C49°F across day and night; the coolest is February, at -1°C30°F. The wettest month is October, with about 97 mm3.8 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Raufarhofn?
OpenStreetMap lists 2 cafés and 1 place of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Raufarhofn?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Þórshöfn.