Iceland Weather
🇮🇸 1 city covered · Europe
· oceanic climate
Best time to visit
June to September
Weather in Iceland at a glance
Our Iceland coverage centers on Reykjavik, which has a oceanic climate. Expect average highs around 56°F (14°C) in July and 35°F (2°C) in January, with about 202 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Reykjavik - annual average 40°
- Best time to visit: June to September
- Climate type: oceanic
The bigger picture
Reykjavik averages 5.7 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 1532 mm (60.3 inches) of precipitation annually, plus around 50 snowy days. The most comfortable window is generally June to September. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Reykjavik climate page.
Live weather across Iceland today
Iceland cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reykjavik | 40° | Jul · 56° | Jan · 27° | 202 | 5.7 | 50 |
Iceland weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 27° | 18 | 1.5 h/day |
| February | 36° | 27° | 17 | 3.4 h/day |
| March | 37° | 29° | 17 | 6.1 h/day |
| April | 43° | 34° | 16 | 7.5 h/day |
| May | 47° | 39° | 18 | 9.4 h/day |
| June | 53° | 44° | 16 | 9.1 h/day |
| July | 56° | 47° | 16 | 9.6 h/day |
| August | 55° | 47° | 14 | 8.8 h/day |
| September | 50° | 42° | 18 | 6.2 h/day |
| October | 44° | 37° | 18 | 4.3 h/day |
| November | 39° | 32° | 16 | 2.2 h/day |
| December | 35° | 27° | 18 | 0.7 h/day |
Iceland weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Iceland?
Averaged across the covered cities, June to September offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Iceland?
Yes - Reykjavik sees regular snowfall. Reykjavik gets the most, about 50 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Iceland like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic climate. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.