West Iceland Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West Iceland, Iceland in November.

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Borgarnes Grundarfjordur Stykkishólmur Akranes

Planning a getaway to West Iceland, Iceland this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in West Iceland in November

West Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. November in West Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Húsafell at 2°C (36°F) and cold in Hellissandur at 6°C (43°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Hellissandur and -5°C (23°F) in Húsafell. In many regions in Iceland, November is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Rauðamelur with an average of 105 mm (4.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Húsafell with 129 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in November. Borgarnes sees roughly 42 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore West Iceland by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March4°C (39°F) April7°C (45°F) May10°C (50°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August15°C (59°F) September12°C (54°F) October7°C (45°F) November4°C (39°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in West Iceland in November

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

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 West Iceland

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in West Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in West Iceland (November)

Precipitation variation in West Iceland (November)

Borgarnes

In November Borgarnes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
42 hours
20 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Borgarnes →

Grundarfjordur

In November Grundarfjordur 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
34 hours
9 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grundarfjordur →

Stykkishólmur

In November Stykkishólmur 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
34 hours
9 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stykkishólmur →

Akranes

In November Akranes 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
42 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Akranes →

Búðardalur

In November Búðardalur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
34 hours
9 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Búðardalur →

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In our records: Iceland November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Iceland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest November daytime high in Iceland was -19°C (-2°F) in Ólafsfjörður on November 23, 1977.
  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Iceland brought 232 mm (9.1 in) in Ísafjörður on November 5, 1993.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West Iceland in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Borgarnes 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Grundarfjordur 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Stykkishólmur 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Akranes 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Búðardalur 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Fossatún 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

West Iceland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Iceland, Iceland in November?

Expect poor weather across West Iceland, Iceland in November. The popular destination of Borgarnes averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in West Iceland, Iceland in November?

In Borgarnes, the average daytime high in November is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does West Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in November?

West Iceland, Iceland sees substantial snow/rainfall in November. Borgarnes typically averages about 119 mm (4.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit West Iceland, Iceland?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit West Iceland, Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Borgarnes.

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

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