This content was generated using artificial intelligence based on publicly available information. It is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, immigration, or professional advice. Information may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.
Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.
All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.
Bordeyri offers a profound sense of isolation and stillness, making it an ideal sanctuary for those seeking a complete departure from urban friction. Life here is defined by the rhythms of a tiny, tight-knit community where the landscape dictates your daily pace. It is a place for the intentional minimalist—someone who values raw natural beauty and quietude over social density.
However, relocation here requires significant self-sufficiency. While the environment is safe and the air is pristine, the extreme lack of infrastructure means you must be comfortable with limited local services and a total absence of traditional expat networks. This is not a place for those who rely on convenience or frequent social variety.
Population
27
Area
288 km²
Density
0 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Icelandic
Distance to Coast
0 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Bordeyri
Loading districts…
Climate & Weather in Bordeyri
Bordeyri, Iceland has a subpolar oceanic climate (Köppen Cfc), with cool summers, cold but usually not severe winters, and frequent precipitation throughout the year. Current conditions and Iceland’s national climate pattern are consistent with a cool, moist maritime environment influenced by strong winds and high cloud cover.
Summer Average
10°C
Winter Average
1°C
Climate Type
Subpolar Oceanic
Rainy Days
180
Sunny Days
90
Humidity
84%
Spring
March - May
0-6°C
Spring arrives slowly, with chilly temperatures, frequent wind, and a mix of rain, sleet, and occasional snow early in the season. Conditions often remain overcast and damp.
High rainfall
Summer
June - August
8-13°C
Summer is cool and often breezy, with long daylight hours and occasional periods of rain or drizzle. Warm spells can occur, but temperatures usually stay mild.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
2-8°C
Autumn becomes progressively colder, wetter, and windier, with more frequent storms and rapidly shortening days. Rain is common and early snow is possible later in the season.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
-3-3°C
Winter is cold, cloudy, and windy, but coastal moderation often keeps temperatures near freezing rather than extremely low. Rain, snow, and mixed precipitation are all common.
Moderate rainfall
Loading Weather...
Air Quality
Bordeyri
Advantages
Bordeyri
Pristine Icelandic nature
Tight-knit community
Six cultural heritage sites
Peaceful rural living
Gateway to fjords
Disadvantages
Bordeyri
Extremely limited job opportunities
No higher education institutions
Severe isolation and remoteness
Very small community size
Limited social activities available
Safety & Security in Bordeyri
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Poor
23
/100
Iceland Avg
57
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
57
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Bordeyri to Iceland averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Bordeyri
Iceland Average
Safety Index
0510
Critical
Safety from Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Critical
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 66/100
No data for Bordeyri — showing hazard indicators from nearby Reykjavik (~125 km).
