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Best time to visit Iceland

Data source:Meteostat
Last updated:2025-09

Weather in Iceland throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): Average -33–45°F, cold and humid climate, relatively high rainfall, especially in March. Common activities: Glacier viewing, hot spring bathing, aurora viewing (if time permits). Recommended clothing: Waterproof and warm jacket, sweater, warm socks, waterproof shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 50–51°F, cool climate, relatively low rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, waterfall viewing, glacier hiking, whale watching. Recommended clothing: Windproof jacket, warm clothing, comfortable hiking shoes.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 45–35°F, climate turning cold, moderate rainfall. Common activities: Enjoying autumn colors, hot spring bathing, exploring geothermal areas. Recommended clothing: Waterproof and warm jacket, sweater, warm socks, waterproof shoes.
  • Winter (December–February): Average -4.0–-34.0°F, cold climate, relatively low rainfall, but snowfall is possible. Common activities: Aurora viewing, ice cave exploration, snow activities (depending on snow conditions). Recommended clothing: Thick waterproof and warm jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, warm socks, waterproof and snowproof boots.

Weather in Iceland

Annual average temperature: approx. 38.8°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 600 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: March

Iceland weather by month

Month
Temperature (°F)
Rainfall (mm)
January
30°F
46.1
February
29.3°F
74.3
March
30.2°F
85.1
April
36.9°F
32.8
May
45.3°F
26
June
50.2°F
30
July
52°F
32.7
August
50.5°F
45
September
45.3°F
54.7
October
35.8°F
72.7
November
35.1°F
51.7
December
24.8°F
49.3

7-day weather forecast for Iceland

11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
32.1°F/17.1°F
11/11
Wednesday
Moderate snow
25.5°F/10°F
11/12
Thursday
Overcast
26.9°F/8°F
11/13
Friday
Heavy snow
32.2°F/2.3°F
11/14
Saturday
Heavy snow
22.7°F/0.6°F
11/15
Sunday
Heavy snow
16.4°F/6.9°F
11/16
Monday
Moderate snow
25.5°F/13.5°F