Reykjanes Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Reykjanes, Iceland in April.

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Keflavík Grindavík Vogar Gardur

Planning a trip to Reykjanes, Iceland this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Reykjanes in April

Reykjanes, Iceland is a region in Iceland. April in Reykjanes generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Keflavík.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Reykjanes, Iceland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sandgerði with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Grindavík with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Keflavík receives about 165 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Reykjanes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Reykjanes — and find the best time to visit. (based on Keflavík)

January5°C (41°F) February5°C (41°F) March5°C (41°F) April7°C (45°F) May9°C (48°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August13°C (55°F) September12°C (54°F) October8°C (46°F) November6°C (43°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Reykjanes in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Reykjanes.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Reykjanes

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Reykjanes, Iceland?

Temperature range in Reykjanes (April)

Precipitation variation in Reykjanes (April)

Keflavík

In April Keflavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
165 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Keflavík →

Grindavík

In April Grindavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
165 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grindavík →

Vogar

In April Vogar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
165 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vogar →

Gardur

In April Gardur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
165 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gardur →

Sandgerði

In April Sandgerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
165 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandgerði →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Reykjanes in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keflavík 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Grindavík 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Vogar 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Gardur 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sandgerði 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Blue Lagoon 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

Reykjanes weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Reykjanes, Iceland in April?

Expect poor weather across Reykjanes, Iceland in April. The popular destination of Keflavík averages 7°C (45°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Reykjanes, Iceland in April?

Average temperatures in Reykjanes, Iceland during April range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Keflavík.

Does Reykjanes, Iceland get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Reykjanes, Iceland. Average rainfall in Keflavík sits around 102 mm (4 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Reykjanes, Iceland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Keflavík, April may not be the ideal time to visit Reykjanes, Iceland.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly tolerable weather in Keflavík. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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