Geography of Iceland
Geography of Iceland: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Iceland
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Coordinates: 64°8′47.8″N 21°56′33.4″W (64.1466, -21.9426)
Quick facts about Iceland
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 64°8′47.8″N 21°56′33.4″W (64.1466, -21.9426) |
| Capital | Reykjavik |
| Population | 390.000 |
| Area | 39.769 sq mi |
| ISO code | IS |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ISL |
| Currency | Icelandic krona (ISK) |
| Languages | Icelandic |
| Calling code | +354 |
| Time zone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Local time | 5:44 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by national park in Iceland
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Iceland
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by airport in Iceland
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Iceland
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Iceland
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Iceland
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Summary
Iceland is a country in Europe. Iceland is a country in Europe with its capital at Reykjavik. It has a population of about 390.000. The capital is Reykjavik.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Iceland with overcast. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 48°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 12%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Iceland is August. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 56°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 27°F.
The closest major airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF), about 23 mi away. Nearby highlights include Vatnajokull National Park, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle and Vatnajokull National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 51°F is 4.9°F below the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Iceland today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Iceland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 27° | 5,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 36° | 27° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 39° | 30° | 6,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 34° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 49° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 44° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 49° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 51° | 42° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 43° | 35° | 6,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 38° | 31° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 36° | 28° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Iceland?
Iceland is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 64.1466, -21.9426. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Iceland right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Iceland?
August offer the most comfortable conditions in Iceland, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Iceland in?
Iceland observes Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC+00:00). The local time is 5:44 AM.
How many people live in Iceland?
Iceland has a population of approximately 390.000.
What is the nearest airport to Iceland?
The closest airports are Keflavik International Airport (KEF), 23 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Iceland?
Popular options include Vatnajokull National Park, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Vatnajokull National Park and Westman Islands.
What places are in Iceland?
Iceland covers 7 places in this atlas, including Vatnajokull National Park, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Keflavik International Airport, Vatnajokull National Park and Reykjavik.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 5:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
