Reykjanes Weather in May

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

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Keflavík Grindavík Vogar Gardur

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

What to Expect in Reykjanes in May

Reykjanes, Iceland is a region in Iceland. May in Reykjanes generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Keflavík.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sandgerði with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Vogar with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Keflavík gets approximately 201 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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 May

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

Temperature range in Reykjanes (May)

Precipitation variation in Reykjanes (May)

Keflavík

In May Keflavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Keflavík →

Grindavík

In May Grindavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Grindavík →

Vogar

In May Vogar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Vogar →

Gardur

In May Gardur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gardur →

Sandgerði

In May Sandgerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sandgerði →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Reykjanes, in Iceland.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keflavík 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Grindavík 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Vogar 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Gardur 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Sandgerði 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Blue Lagoon 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Reykjanes weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Reykjanes, Iceland in May. The popular destination of Keflavík averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

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

Keflavík averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Reykjanes, Iceland during May, with Keflavík averaging close to 87 mm (3.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Reykjanes, Iceland?

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

Generally speaking, July provides 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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