Iceland Weather Forecast
Iceland weather: 49°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Iceland?
Yes - rain is likely in Iceland today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue and Wed.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,2 in against a typical 1,5 in).
16-day forecast for Iceland
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 52° / 49° | 100% · 0,1 in | 23 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌦️ Light rain | 50° / 46° | 98% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌧️ Showers | 51° / 46° | 93% · 0,6 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌧️ Showers | 48° / 43° | 82% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 44° / 37° | 88% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 42° / 30° | 50% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 42° / 32° | 46% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 42° / 35° | 80% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 45° / 42° | 67% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 42° / 34° | 41% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 44° / 40° | 44% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 43° / 40° | 58% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 48° / 40° | 59% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☁️ Overcast | 48° / 40° | 53% | 10 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 48° / 34° | 39% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☀️ Clear sky | 48° / 46° | 40% | -- | 0 |
What this means for Iceland
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.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
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.
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 53°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- 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 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 49°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit Iceland?
June, July and 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 9:01 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 6 places in this atlas, including Vatnajokull National Park, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik and Westman Islands.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 1, 2026 at 9:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
