Reykjavik Weather Forecast
Reykjavik weather: 41°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Reykjavik
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 43° / 38° | 55% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 0 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 39° | 100% · 0,1 in | 29 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light rain | 46° / 40° | 92% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 43° / 39° | 95% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 49° / 41° | 82% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 0 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light rain | 49° / 47° | 71% · 0,4 in | 25 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light rain | 49° / 41° | 84% · 0,4 in | 21 mph | 0 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 46° / 41° | 71% · 0,2 in | 19 mph | 0 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 46° / 40° | 61% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 46° / 38° | 63% | 6 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 45° / 40° | 41% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 0 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light showers | 47° / 42° | 45% · 0,9 in | 23 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light rain | 49° / 43° | 53% · 0,9 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 51° / 41° | 45% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 0 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 46°F against a October normal of 43°F - 35°F above.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,4 in against a typical 1,5 in).
What this means for Reykjavik
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 43°F is in line with the 43°F typical for this month.
A 55% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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
- 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 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 41°F (5°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 75% and wind is 6 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 8:55 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 28, 2026 at 8:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
