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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Reykjavik for your holiday.
Climate Overview
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Best Time to Visit Reykjavik: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. 2 °C Water max. 6 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. 3 °C Water max. 6 °C | MarchMar MaximumMax. 3 °C Water max. 6 °C | AprilApr MaximumMax. 6 °C Water max. 7 °C | MayMay MaximumMax. 9 °C Water max. 8 °C | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Reykjavik |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Reykjavik | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Reykjavik | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Reykjavik | OctoberOct MaximumMax. 7 °C Water max. 8 °C | NovemberNov MaximumMax. 3 °C Water max. 8 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. 2 °C Water max. 7 °C |
Climate Chart Reykjavik
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Reykjavik
In the following, you will find the climate table for Reykjavik, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Day Temperature | 2° | 3° | 3° | 6° | 9° | 12° | 13° | 13° | 10° | 7° | 3° | 2° |
Night Temperature | -3° | -2° | -2° | 0° | 4° | 7° | 8° | 8° | 5° | 2° | -1° | -3° |
Water Temperature | 6° | 6° | 6° | 7° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 11° | 10° | 8° | 8° | 7° |
Precipitation (inch) | 3.5 | 2.52 | 2.44 | 2.2 | 1.65 | 1.65 | 1.97 | 2.2 | 2.64 | 3.7 | 3.07 | 3.11 |
Rainy days | 13 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 13 | 14 |
Hours of Sunshine | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature is 4.4 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (10.5 °C)
Coldest month: January (-0.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature is 11 °C. You cannot take a bath with these temperatures.
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 30.67 inch on 149 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except June, July, and August
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, May is the sunniest month with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 3.5 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full Day Tour with Kerid Crater
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 60 $ »
Take a full-day tour of Iceland’s iconic Golden Circle. Experience the stunning natural scenery and see the spectacular Geysir area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Þingvellir National Park.
South of Iceland Full-Day Tour from Reykjavik
Tours
from 92 $ »
Explore the dramatic landscapes of the south of Iceland on a 10-hour tour from Reykjavik. Experience diverse nature at its best with waterfalls and black sand beaches. Walk behind the cascades of Seljalandsfoss and go the glacier snout at Sólheimajökull.
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Reykjavik
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 145 $ »
Explore the highlights of the south of Iceland on a 14-hour sightseeing tour from Reykjavik. Travel along the impressive southern coast to the Glacier Lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Marvel at the waterfall Seljalandsfoss and much more.
More information about the best things to do: Iceland
More attractions
Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik | From Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full Day Tour | Golden Circle Afternoon Tour | Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik | Reykjavik: Golden Circle Tour & Secret Lagoon Early Access | Iceland Day Tour: Golden Circle by Minibus | Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Reykjavik

Clouds: 0 % Wind: 7 mph ONO
Air Pressure: 1013 hPa Humidity: 59 %
Air Pressure: 1013 hPa Humidity: 59 %
Last updated: 24th Jan 2021, 07:38 pm
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Clouds: 69 % | Clouds: 85 % | Clouds: 91 % | Clouds: 36 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 100 % |
No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.17 in of snow |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Iceland: Regions
Reykjavik is part of the holiday destination Iceland. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Iceland |
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