Geography of Westman Islands
Geography of Westman Islands: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Westman Islands
Golden Circle is 60 mi to the north, Reykjavik is 70 mi to the north-west, Blue Lagoon is 73 mi to the north-west and Keflavik International Airport is 81 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 63°26′33.7″N 20°16′24.2″W (63.4427, -20.2734)
Quick facts about Westman Islands
Summary
Westman Islands is an island in Iceland. Westman Islands is an island known for puffins and a volcanic eruption site.
Right now it is 49°F (10°C) in Westman Islands with overcast. It feels like 41°F. Today runs from 48°F to 50°F. Chance of precipitation is 93%. Sightseeing conditions score 5/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Westman Islands is July. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 54°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF), about 81 mi away. Nearby highlights include Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon and Vatnajokull National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 50°F is 3.4°F above the 47°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Westman Islands today at 8.4/10. Gusts to 35 mph 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.
Climate in Westman Islands 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 | 41° | 36° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 36° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 42° | 37° | 6,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 47° | 44° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 50° | 47° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 54° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 54° | 51° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 52° | 47° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 47° | 42° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 44° | 39° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 37° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Westman Islands?
Westman Islands is an island in Iceland. Its coordinates are 63.4427, -20.2734. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Westman Islands right now?
It is currently 49°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 17 mph.
When is the best time to visit Westman Islands?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Westman Islands, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Westman Islands in?
Westman Islands observes Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC+00:00). The local time is 2:29 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Westman Islands?
The closest airports are Keflavik International Airport (KEF), 81 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Westman Islands?
Popular options include Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon and Vatnajokull National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 October 2, 2026 at 2:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
