Reykjavik Weather Forecast
Reykjavik weather: 53°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Reykjavik weather in November
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Climate in Reykjavik 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 | 35° | 27° | 5,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 36° | 27° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 39° | 30° | 6,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 34° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 49° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 44° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 49° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 51° | 42° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 43° | 35° | 6,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 38° | 31° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 36° | 28° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Reykjavik
Go in 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 - 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.
How Reykjavik compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Reykjavik.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | 23 mi | 42°F | +33°F warmer | 52 in |
| Blue Lagoon | 24 mi | 42°F | +33°F warmer | 60 in |
| Golden Circle | 32 mi | 34°F | 39°F cooler | 74 in |
| Westman Islands | 70 mi | 45°F | +36°F warmer | 60 in |
| Vatnajokull National Park | 150 mi | 21°F | 52°F cooler | 79 in |
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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 3:57 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 3:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
