Reykjavik Weather Forecast
Reykjavik weather: 53°F, overcast. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Light rain | 54° / 52° | 100% · 0,4 in | 24 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 50° | 90% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Light showers | 54° / 45° | 92% · 0,3 in | 17 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 48° | 73% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 55° / 47° | 65% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 58° / 49° | 57% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 49° | 21% | 5 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 49° | 37% | 5 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 48° | 41% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 48° | 35% · 0,7 in | 10 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 49° | 43% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 55° / 52° | 47% · 0,8 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 58° / 48° | 35% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 47° | 49% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 1 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 54°F against a August normal of 56°F - right on average.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (1,0 in against a typical 0,9 in).
What this means for Reykjavik
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 54°F is in line with the 56°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 42 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 packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 42 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 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 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 16 mph.
When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?
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 4:44 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, Vatnajokull National Park 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 August 22, 2026 at 4:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
