🇮🇸 Weather in Reykjavik

Reykjavik sits at approximately 64.2° north latitude, which generally produces a sub-polar or polar climate, with long cold winters, short cool summers, and dramatic seasonal swings in daylight. Local geography (coast vs. inland, altitude, prevailing winds) shapes the specific weather patterns shown in the forecast above.

Climatically, the best time to visit Reykjavik is generally the local summer months, when temperatures rise and daylight is at its peak. Winter visits offer unique experiences (snow, aurora) but with harsh cold and very short days. Exact timing depends on what you're after — fewer crowds, specific events, lowest rainfall, or warmest weather. Check the forecast above before planning a short trip.

In the Northern Hemisphere, summer falls in June–August and winter in December–February. Spring runs March–May and autumn runs September–November. Reykjavik follows this Northern/Southern Hemisphere pattern based on its latitude. See the sun page for exact daylight hours through the year.