🇫🇷 Paris vs Reykjavík 🇮🇸

Paris, France vs Reykjavík, Iceland — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Paris is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Paris is drier, with roughly 31 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇫🇷 Paris🇮🇸 Reykjavík
Avg annual high16°C7°C
Hottest monthJuly (25°C)July (14°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (-2°C low)
Rainy days / year114145
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJune, July, August

🇫🇷 Paris

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

🇮🇸 Reykjavík

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (14°C), coldest lows in January (-2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Paris or Reykjavík warmer?

Paris is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Paris or Reykjavík?

Reykjavík is rainier — Paris sees about 31 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Paris vs Reykjavík?

Paris is best around May, June, September; Reykjavík is best around June, July, August.

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