Reykjavik Weather in December
Iceland · 30-year monthly averages
⚠️ Challenging time to visit
December in Reykjavik is cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -2°C (29°F). Expect roughly 95mm of precipitation spread over about 15 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
3°C
38°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
95mm
moderate
Rainy days
15
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 13 hours of sunshine over the month (~0h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Reykjavik in December?
- December in Reykjavik is cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -2°C (29°F). Expect roughly 95mm of precipitation spread over about 15 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Reykjavik in December?
- Reykjavik sees around 95mm of precipitation in December on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Reykjavik?
- December is a challenging month to visit Reykjavik weather-wise — plan around the conditions.