Weather radar Reykjavik
Real-time precipitation radar · Reykjavik · Iceland
Reykjavik climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Reykjavik shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 2.2° | 3.6° | 4.2° | 7.1° | 9.7° | 11.4° | 13.8° | 13.9° | 11.1° | 7.1° | 5° | 2.4° |
| Avg low (°C) | -2.1° | -0.5° | -0.2° | 2.4° | 4.7° | 7° | 9.4° | 9.3° | 6.4° | 3.1° | 1.3° | -1.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 123 | 131 | 128 | 92 | 115 | 91 | 74 | 90 | 128 | 118 | 96 | 100 |
| Rainy days | 18 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 19 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 15 |
| Sunshine hours | 42 | 98 | 200 | 275 | 352 | 328 | 314 | 276 | 212 | 142 | 62 | 38 |
| Humidity | 80% | 81% | 78% | 79% | 79% | 81% | 85% | 84% | 83% | 83% | 80% | 80% |
Best time to visit Reykjavik
The best time to visit Reykjavik is typically July. In this month the average high is 13.8°C, precipitation is 74 mm and sunshine duration is 314 hours. The annual average high is 7.6°C, total annual precipitation is 1286 mm (198 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2339 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Reykjavik
How up to date is the weather radar for Reykjavik?
The weather radar for Reykjavik is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Reykjavik?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Reykjavik: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Reykjavik?
The thunderstorm potential for Reykjavik is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Reykjavik.
What is the climate like in Reykjavik?
Reykjavik has an annual average high of 7.6°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 13.9°C), the coldest January (avg low -2.1°C). The wettest month is February with 131 mm, the driest July with 74 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1286 mm (198 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2339 hours.