Westman Islands Weather Forecast
Westman Islands weather: 41°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Westman Islands?
Yes - rain is likely in Westman Islands today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri, Sat, Wed and Thu.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,9 in against a typical 1,4 in).
16-day forecast for Westman Islands
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 42° / 34° | 100% · 0,3 in | 12 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 41° / 36° | 63% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 40° / 34° | 17% | 23 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌥️ Fog | 42° / 35° | 22% | 14 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 45° / 34° | 22% | 21 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 47° / 44° | 68% · 0,1 in | 26 mph | 0 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 50° / 45° | 92% · 1,5 in | 45 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌧️ Showers | 50° / 46° | 92% · 0,5 in | 57 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 48° / 45° | 82% · 0,2 in | 40 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 49° / 44° | 75% · 0,4 in | 39 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 49° / 46° | 78% · 0,5 in | 37 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 47° / 44° | 55% · 0,1 in | 24 mph | 0 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 47° / 44° | 64% · 0,1 in | 22 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 49° / 43° | 60% · 0,5 in | 30 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 49° / 35° | 61% · 0,1 in | 29 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 34° / 29° | 69% · 0,0 in | 28 mph | 1 |
What this means for Westman Islands
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 4.9°F below the 47°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Overnight lows near 34°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. 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 June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 46°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid swimming outside patrolled areas - waves are running at 2.3 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 41°F (5°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 64% and wind is 6 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 1:03 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 October 23, 2026 at 1:03 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
