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Keflavík Weather in April

April in Keflavík brings low temperatures around 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 102 mm (4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Keflavík in April

Rain is expected on roughly 18 days, totalling around 102 mm (4 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Keflavík in April

April in Keflavík sees highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Keflavík in April

The month brings about 165 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

April in Keflavík can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Keflavík Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Keflavík typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 7°C (45°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 2°C (36°F).

Average temperatures in April

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in April

Historical weather for Keflavík in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Keflavík spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Keflavík historical weather extremes in April

Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Keflavík.

  • The hottest April day on record in Keflavík reached 15°C (59°F) (April 19, 2005).
  • Keflavík experienced its chilliest April day on April 11, 1988, reaching only -4°C (25°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -11°C (12°F) (April 3, 1990).

Best Places in Iceland in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Keflavík in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Keflavík in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Keflavík in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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