Reykjavík in June

In June, Reykjavík averages 12°C (54°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night, with around 10 days of rain (55 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

June in Reykjavík is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

12°C
Avg high
7°C
Avg low
10
Rain days
55 mm
Rainfall

How June compares to the rest of the year in Reykjavík

3rd
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
7%
of yearly rainfall falls in June
21 h 2 min
daylight on the 15th

June is one of the warmest months in Reykjavík (3rd of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 5°C above the annual average (7°C). June runs 3°C warmer than May (9°C) and warms a further 2°C into July (14°C).

June sunrise & sunset in Reykjavík

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
2:57 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
11:59 PM
Day length
21 h 2 min

Times shown for Reykjavík local time (Atlantic/Reykjavik), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Reykjavík — June

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Reykjavík's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
1:57 AM – 2:37 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
2:37 AM – 3:37 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
11:19 PM – 12:19 AM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
12:19 AM – 12:59 AM

📅 When to book — Reykjavík in June

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Shoulder) and Reykjavík's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — June in Reykjavík

Shoulder

Reykjavík is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — June in Reykjavík

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
9.1
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●○○○○
Minimal
Occasional mosquitoes possible near standing water. Repellent rarely needed.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

📊 Right now vs typical — Reykjavík in June

Actual avg (last 30 days)
12.8°C
55°F
Typical June avg high
12°C
54°F · 30-yr baseline
Anomaly
▲ +0.8°C
warmer

The past 30 days in Reykjavík have been running 0.8°C warmer than the typical June average.

Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.

Sea temperature in Reykjavík — June

9.6°C (49°F)
freezing
polar plunge only — risk of cold shock

Across the year Reykjavík's sea swings from 1.9°C (January) to 12.4°C (August) — June sits at 9.6°C.

Reykjavík in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 2°C / 36°F -2°C / 28°F 75 mm 14 8
February 3°C / 37°F -2°C / 28°F 70 mm 13 7
March 4°C / 39°F -1°C / 30°F 80 mm 13 6
April 6°C / 43°F 1°C / 34°F 60 mm 12 3
May 9°C / 48°F 4°C / 39°F 45 mm 10 1
June 12°C / 54°F 7°C / 45°F 55 mm 10 0
July 14°C / 57°F 9°C / 48°F 50 mm 10 0
August 13°C / 55°F 9°C / 48°F 60 mm 11 0
September 10°C / 50°F 6°C / 43°F 70 mm 11 0
October 7°C / 45°F 3°C / 37°F 95 mm 14 1
November 4°C / 39°F 0°C / 32°F 80 mm 13 4
December 3°C / 37°F -1°C / 30°F 80 mm 14 7

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Reykjavík in June?

In June, Reykjavík averages a high of 12°C (54°F) and a low of 7°C (45°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Reykjavík in June?

June can be fairly wet in Reykjavík, with about 10 rainy days on average.

Is June a good time to visit Reykjavík?

June is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Reykjavík in June?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for Reykjavík for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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