Reykjanes Weather in December

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

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Keflavík Grindavík Vogar Gardur

Thinking about venturing to Reykjanes, Iceland this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Reykjanes in December

Reykjanes, Iceland is a region in Iceland. December in Reykjanes generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Keflavík.

To explore the conditions in Reykjanes, Iceland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Vogar with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to high rainfall in Grindavík with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Keflavík receives around 20 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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 December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Reykjanes, Iceland?

Temperature range in Reykjanes (December)

Precipitation variation in Reykjanes (December)

Keflavík

In December Keflavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
20 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Keflavík →

Grindavík

In December Grindavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
20 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grindavík →

Vogar

In December Vogar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
20 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vogar →

Gardur

In December Gardur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
20 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gardur →

Sandgerði

In December Sandgerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
20 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandgerði →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keflavík 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Grindavík 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Vogar 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Gardur 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Sandgerði 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Blue Lagoon 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)

Reykjanes weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Reykjanes, Iceland generally has poor weather conditions. Keflavík sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly 1°C (34°F).

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

Keflavík averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

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

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Reykjanes, Iceland. Average rainfall in Keflavík sits around 139 mm (5.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Reykjanes, Iceland?

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

On average, the best time to visit Reykjanes, Iceland is in July with generally tolerable weather in Keflavík. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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