Reykjahlíð Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Reykjahlíð, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 15°C (59°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C (34°F) during cooler months like December.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 7°C (45°F) in July to around -6°C (21°F) during December.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Reykjahlíð experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1018 mm (40 in) of precipitation annually. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. October brings wetter days averaging 113 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 16 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month June experiences a drier climate, with about 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Reykjahlíð Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Reykjahlíð. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Reykjahlíð.

The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year