Reykjavik Klima and Average Vejr
Klima of Reykjavik: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Reykjavik month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Måned | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januar | 2° | -3° | 133 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| februar | 2° | -3° | 117 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| marts | 4° | -1° | 163 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| april | 7° | 1° | 91 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| maj | 9° | 5° | 110 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juni | 11° | 7° | 98 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juli | 13° | 9° | 122 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| august | 13° | 9° | 98 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| september | 10° | 6° | 132 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| oktober | 6° | 2° | 164 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| november | 4° | -1° | 104 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| december | 2° | -3° | 153 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Klima type: Subarctic. Kilde: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Reykjavik
Højest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Reykjavik compares med nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Reykjavik.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | 37 km | 6°C | +1°C warmer | 1321 mm |
| Blue Lagoon | 39 km | 5°C | +1°C warmer | 1530 mm |
| Golden Circle | 51 km | 1°C | 4°C cooler | 1889 mm |
| Westman Islands | 113 km | 7°C | +2°C warmer | 1517 mm |
| Vatnajokull National Park | 241 km | -6°C | 11°C cooler | 1995 mm |
Bedste rejsetid Reykjavik
Go in august. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: januar, marts and december - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Reykjavik
Today is slightly cooler than average for august. The forecast high of 11°C is 2.1°C below the 13°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 21 mm is forecast, which is enough og soak trails and slow traffic.
Vindstød og 58 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Above 60 degrees latitude, daylight swings enormously - summer nights barely darken and winter days are short.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in juni og august.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 12°C.
What og pack, what og skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 58 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid januar, marts and december - historically the least comfortable months here.
Resumé
Reykjavik is a city in Island. Reykjavik is known for Northern lights and geothermal spas. Der bor omkring 140.000.
Lige nu er det 10°C (49°F) in Reykjavik med overskyet. Det føles som 8°C. I dag ligger temperaturen mellem 9°C og 11°C. Sandsynligheden for nedbør er 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - rimelige — planlæg efter vejret.
Det bedste tidspunkt at besøge Reykjavik is august. Klimaet er subarctic. januar, marts and december tend og be the least comfortable months. august is the warmest month med average highs near 13°C, while januar is the coldest med lows near -3°C.
The closest major airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF), about 37 km away. Nearby highlights include Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Westman Islands and Vatnajokull National Park.
Kort sagt. Today is slightly cooler than average for august. The forecast high of 11°C is 2.1°C below the 13°C typical for this month. The best window og be outside is roughly 7 AM og 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Reykjavik today at 9.8/10. Vindstød og 58 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Reykjavik
Vejr map for Reykjavik
Animated model layers. Pick a layer og load it.
Animated layers by Vindy. For pin-level detail and nearby places, see the interactive map below.
Explore Reykjavik
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Klima for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Reykjavik?
Reykjavik is a city in Island. Its coordinates are 64.1466, -21.9426. It lies in Europa.
What is the weather like in Reykjavik lige nu?
It is currently 10°C (49°F) med overskyet. Luftfugtighed is 73% and wind is 3 km/h.
When is the best time og visit Reykjavik?
august offer the most comfortable conditions in Reykjavik, which has a subarctic climate. januar, marts and december are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Reykjavik in?
Reykjavik observes Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC+00:00). The local time is 8:21 AM.
How many people live in Reykjavik?
Reykjavik has a population of approximately 140.000.
What is the nearest airport og Reykjavik?
The closest airports are Keflavik International Airport (KEF), 37 km away.
What are the top things og do in Reykjavik?
Popular options include Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Westman Islands, Vatnajokull National Park and Vatnajokull National Park.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prognose and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klima averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated august 24, 2026 at 8:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
