keflavik
Keflavik is Iceland's largest international airport, located in the city of Keflavik and an important starting point for Iceland tourism. Not only does Keflavik offer easy transportation, it’s also an ideal place to watch the aurora and explore glaciers and waterfalls. Keflavik's charm lies in its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, attracting countless travelers to explore.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in keflavik throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 1–7°C, cold and humid climate, windy, frequent rainfall. Common activities: Viewing the Northern Lights (if timing allows), exploring Reykjavík city area. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, waterproof clothing, hat, scarf, gloves.
Summer (June–August): Average 9–11°C, cool climate, relatively less rainfall, but rain gear is still necessary. Common activities: Hiking, viewing waterfalls, Blue Lagoon hot spring experience. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, windproof clothing, comfortable and breathable clothing.
Autumn (September–November): Average 3–8°C, cooler climate, increased rainfall, October is the wettest month, strong winds. Common activities: Exploring the south coast of Iceland, visiting museums. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, waterproof clothing, comfortable and warm shoes.
Winter (December–February): Average -1–1°C, cold climate, strong winds, higher probability of snowfall. Common activities: Northern Lights viewing (higher probability), glacier hiking (safety check required). Recommended clothing: Heavy warm coat, waterproof and windproof clothing, warm hat, gloves, scarf, waterproof and slip-resistant snow boots.
Weather in keflavik
Annual average temperature: approx. 4.9°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1050 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: October
keflavik weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 0.2°C | 0.4°C | 1°C | 4.5°C | 7°C | 9°C | 10.8°C | 10.6°C | 8.3°C | 4.8°C | 3.5°C | -1°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 102 | 92.7 | 97.3 | 76.3 | 101 | 67 | 64 | 73.7 | 99.7 | 119.3 | 85.3 | 72.3 |
7-day weather forecast for keflavik
| Date | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday | 11/16Monday | 11/17Tuesday | 11/18Wednesday | 11/19Thursday | 11/20Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Light snow |  Light snow showers |  Partly Cloudy |  Cloudy |  Overcast | Overcast |  Patchy rain nearby |
| High | 2°C | -0.7°C | 0.3°C | 0.4°C | 1.3°C | 2.1°C | 5.4°C |
| Low | -2.4°C | -3.1°C | -2.6°C | -0.5°C | 0°C | -1.2°C | 2.2°C |
