July · Iceland
Best time to visit Reykjavik in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Reykjavik in July
Average temperature 11°C, 88 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 88 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Reykjavik scores 7.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 11°C, 88 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Northern lights nearby and geothermal days peak in the bright June-August window.
July in Reykjavik — the year's strongest window
Expect 11°C (51°F) in July. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 88 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 19.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Reykjavik at 7.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Reykjavik in July?
- In July, Reykjavik averages 11°C, 88 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Reykjavik?
- July earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Reykjavik in July?
- Expect about 88 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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