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Reykjavik in June: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Reykjavik in June and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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June

Weather in Reykjavik in June 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
June could be a good time to visit Reykjavik, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +13°C, and there are typically 2 sunny days in June. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 73 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Reykjavik has OK weather in June.

Average temperature in Reykjavik in June

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Reykjavik for June based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in June is +12°C with a maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +4°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +11°C.

Is Reykjavik warm or cold in June?

Reykjavik is typically mild in June.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +10°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +4°C to +8°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

June is one of the warmest months in Reykjavik, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Reykjavik in June

Water in Reykjavik in June is Cold. It varies from +7°C to +11°C, with an average of +9°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +13°C.

In June, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Reykjavik are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +11°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.

Can you swim in Reykjavik in June?

We would not recommend swimming in Reykjavik in June, the water is very cold (+9°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Reykjavik in June

Reykjavik weather looks like this, on average, in June and the surrounding months.
MayJuneJuly
Avg. temperature
+10°C+13°C+14°C
Min. temperature
-8°C0°C+3°C
Max. temperature
+19°C+21°C+25°C
Rainfall
83 mm73 mm70 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+7°C+9°C+11°C
Humidity
73%76%78%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
322
Cloudy days
899
Rainy days
191920
Snowy days
100

June weather is still as ok as in May. It’s getting warmer as June arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +10°C to +13°C during the day. As June arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 83 mm to 73 mm. Humidity rises from 73% to 76%. Winds are calmer in comparison to May, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in May to 2 in June.

July brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Reykjavik in June based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Reykjavik is gradually increasing during June, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during June in Reykjavik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in June is about 114 mm, with a 53% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. June is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how June is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Reykjavik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last June in Reykjavik?

This is the weather in Reykjavik in June 2023:
1 June
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+14°C
2 June
☁️
+11°C
3 June
☁️
+11°C
4 June
☁️
+11°C
5 June
☁️
+9°C
6 June
☁️
+9°C
7 June
☁️
+9°C
8 June
🌫️
+10°C
9 June
🌧️
+10°C
10 June
☁️
+9°C
11 June
☁️
+10°C
12 June
☁️
+10°C
13 June
☀️
+13°C
14 June
☁️
+13°C
15 June
☁️
+15°C
16 June
☁️
+15°C
17 June
☁️
+13°C
18 June
🌫️
+10°C
19 June
☁️
+11°C
20 June
☁️
+13°C
21 June
☀️
+15°C
22 June
☁️
+12°C
23 June
🌧️
+14°C
24 June
☁️
+15°C
25 June
🌧️
+11°C
26 June
🌧️
+14°C
27 June
🌧️
+14°C
28 June
🌧️
+11°C
29 June
☁️
+8°C
30 June
☁️
+11°C
In June 2023 Reykjavik had 2 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +12°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Reykjavik climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Reykjavik in June has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+5°C) and the highest in 2003 (+9°C). The driest year was 2019 with only 289 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2003 with 1379 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Reykjavik in June:

Is June a good time to visit Reykjavik?

It’s always a good time to visit Reykjavik, but the weather is changeable in June, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Reykjavik in June?

June has mild temperatures in Reykjavik. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Reykjavik in June?

Swimming in Reykjavik in June is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Reykjavik rainy in June?

Reykjavik is often rainy in June. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Reykjavik in June?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Reykjavik in June, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Reykjavik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Reykjavik, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.