Worst time to visit Reykjavík
Some months in Reykjavík are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| January | freezing (-2°C overnight)very wet (14 rain days) |
| February | freezing (-2°C overnight) |
| March | freezing (-1°C overnight) |
| October | very wet (14 rain days) |
| December | freezing (-1°C overnight)very wet (14 rain days) |
Better times to go
No month in Reykjavík hits the typical 18–28 °C / low-rain comfort zone — every season has trade-offs. Choose what you can tolerate: heat, cold, rain, or storm risk.
Monthly averages, 10-day forecast, and the best months to visit.