Reykjavik, IcelandQuick decision
When to visit Reykjavik?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
9°C–13°C in July
🌧 Least rain
51% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (59%)
📅 Best score
4.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Northern LightsSeptember-March — long nights, KP index > 2, Þingvellir ideal.
Geysers & GeothermalYear-round — Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon, Geysir geysers.
Whale WatchingJune–August — humpback whales in Faxaflói bay.
Hot SpringsYear-round — Sky Lagoon, Reykjadalur, natural hot springs.
FamilyJuly–August — midnight sun, Perlan, strolls through green Iceland.
BudgetNovember–March — affordable flights, northern lights, cheaper Blue Lagoon.
Monthly climate data
Reykjavik weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | -2°C | 2°C | 59% | 5.1 | 0.1h | 0.5/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -2°C | 3°C | 63% | 5.6 | 2.6h | 0.7/10 |
| 🌨️ March | -1°C | 4°C | 53% | 4.2 | 6.3h | 2.1/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 2°C | 7°C | 54% | 4.3 | 7.6h | 3.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 4°C | 9°C | 60% | 4.0 | 9.4h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 7°C | 11°C | 53% | 3.2 | 8.6h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 9°C | 13°C | 51% | 2.7 | 8.9h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 9°C | 13°C | 46% | 3.5 | 8.5h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 6°C | 11°C | 60% | 4.8 | 6.4h | 3.3/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 3°C | 7°C | 58% | 5.0 | 4.0h | 1.4/10 |
| 🌨️ November | 1°C | 4°C | 50% | 4.2 | 1.0h | 0.9/10 |
| 🌨️ December | -2°C | 3°C | 57% | 4.4 | 0.0h | 0.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Challenging climate
Average 7°C, 56% rainy days, 7.8h sunshine/day. Score: 3.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Challenging climate
Average 12°C, 50% rainy days, 8.7h sunshine/day. Score: 4.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Challenging climate
Average 7°C, 56% rainy days, 3.8h sunshine/day. Score: 1.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 3°C, 60% rainy days, 0.9h sunshine/day. Score: 0.6/10.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Reykjavik
Check availability during the recommended period
Tip : off-peak months (January, February) are cheapest but weather is significantly worse.
Search on Hotels.comActivities & tours
Activities and tours in Reykjavik
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Reykjavik
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
Monthly weather
Detailed weather by month
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
July is ideal with 51% rainy days and 13°C. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 59% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 13°C.
In winter, the average score is 0.6/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
Also explore
Destinations with similar climate
Norway
Papua New Guinea
United KingdomWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons