Westman Islands Weather Forecast
Westman Islands weather: 53°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Westman Islands weather in September
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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 | 55° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 51° | 47° | 6,5 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).
Best time to visit Westman Islands
Go in 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid swimming outside patrolled areas - waves are running at 2.2 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Westman Islands compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Westman Islands.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Circle | 60 mi | 34°F | 43°F cooler | 74 in |
| Reykjavik | 70 mi | 41°F | 36°F cooler | 58 in |
| Blue Lagoon | 73 mi | 42°F | 35°F cooler | 60 in |
| Keflavik International Airport | 81 mi | 42°F | 35°F cooler | 52 in |
| Vatnajokull National Park | 120 mi | 21°F | 56°F cooler | 79 in |
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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 53°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Westman Islands?
July and August 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 1:11 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, Vatnajokull National Park 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 August 22, 2026 at 1:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
