Reykjavik Weather in May
Iceland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in Reykjavik is chilly, with average daytime highs around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 53mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
10°C
50°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
53mm
dry
Rainy days
11
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 209 hours of sunshine over the month (~7h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Reykjavik in May?
- May in Reykjavik is chilly, with average daytime highs around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 53mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Reykjavik in May?
- Reykjavik sees around 53mm of precipitation in May on average — dry by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Reykjavik?
- May is a workable month to visit Reykjavik, but expect some weather trade-offs.