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Reykjavík in July
Reykjavík's warmest month brings highs averaging 57°F (14°C), lows of 49°F (9°C) and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain.
At 64/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~19 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What July feels like
Highs near 57°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 49°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (99 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 83%.
With about 19 h 15 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Reykjavík's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 61/100 in June to 64/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Iceland Ring Road route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Reykjavík in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Sky Lagoon
Oceanfront geothermal lagoon with a seven-step sauna ritual.
Why now July scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Harpa
Concert hall with a glass facade by Olafur Eliasson on the harbor.
Kaldi Bar
Laugavegur bar pouring Kaldi beer from northern Iceland.
Þingvellir National Park
Rift valley between continents and site of Iceland's first parliament in 930.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sun Voyager
Steel ship sculpture on the waterfront facing Mount Esja.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Vík in July~103 mi · highs 55°F, 5.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jökulsárlón in July~172 mi · highs 49°F, 4.5 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Mývatn in July~177 mi · highs 50°F, 3.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Reykjavík in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Reykjavík?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 64/100. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Iceland Ring Road route recommends.
How cold is Reykjavík in July?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Reykjavík in July?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.5 in (1638 mm).
What should I pack for Reykjavík in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Reykjavík
Routes in season in July
- Iceland Ring Road Jun – Sep
Planning Reykjavík in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.