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Laugar
City in Þingeyjarsveit, Iceland
Overview
Laugar is a small, peaceful village in North Iceland's Þingeyjarsveit region, known for its geothermal baths and stunning landscapes. It is a convenient hub for exploring surrounding natural wonders like Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss waterfall. The community is welcoming, with a tranquil vibe perfect for relaxation and nature-based activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iceland
Municipality
Þingeyjarsveit
Population
109
Time Zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Coordinates
65.72°, -17.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
95
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
98
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,850
Local Cost
$1,990
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
90
English
85
Temperature
-1.3°C
Summer Avg
5.6°C
Winter Avg
-6.3°C
Record High
18.7°C
Record Low
-24.3°C
Humidity
93%
Precipitation
1172 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
MVA
Distance
22 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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