City in Iceland

Things to Do in Reykjavik

Top things to do in Reykjavik: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☁️ 49°F now🕔 3:48 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August👥 140.000

Things to do in Reykjavik

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Reykjavik.

Map of Reykjavik

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Coordinates: 64°8′47.8″N 21°56′33.4″W (64.1466, -21.9426)

Weather in Reykjavik right now

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49°F
Overcast · feels like 39°F
Humidity84%
Wind21 mph NNE
Gusts35 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover100%
Pressure968 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 22 mi
Air quality28 · Good
Sunrise7:36 AM
Sunset6:56 PM
Moon🌖 Waning gibbous · 78%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:48 PM, Oct 1 local time.

⚠️Tue, Oct 6: freezing overnight, 30°F (-1°C). Expect ice on roads and trails.

Best time to visit Reykjavik

Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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Summary

Reykjavik is a city in Iceland. Reykjavik is known for Northern lights and geothermal spas. It has a population of about 140.000.

Right now it is 49°F (10°C) in Reykjavik with overcast. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 49°F to 52°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.3/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Reykjavik is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 55°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 Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Westman Islands and Vatnajokull National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 52°F is 8.8°F above the 43°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Reykjavik today at 7.9/10. Gusts to 34 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Reykjavik?

Reykjavik is a city in Iceland. Its coordinates are 64.1466, -21.9426. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Reykjavik right now?

It is currently 49°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 21 mph.

When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Reykjavik, which has a subarctic climate. January, March 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 3:48 PM.

How many people live in Reykjavik?

Reykjavik has a population of approximately 140.000.

What is the nearest airport to Reykjavik?

The closest airports are Keflavik International Airport (KEF), 23 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Reykjavik?

Popular options include Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Westman Islands and Vatnajokull National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 1, 2026 at 3:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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