Iceland · April
Low seasonIceland · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 3° | 4° | 4° | 7° | 9° | 12° | 14° | 13° | 11° | 7° | 5° | 3° |
MINMIN | -1° | 0° | 0° | 2° | 4° | 8° | 9° | 9° | 7° | 3° | 1° | -1° |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 0 | 3h UV 1 | 5h UV 3 | 7h UV 4 | 9h UV 5 | 8h UV 5 | 8h UV 5 | 7h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 5° | 5° | 5° | 6° | 8° | 10° | 12° | 12° | 11° | 9° | 7° | 6° |
🌧Rain Days | 14d106mm | 12d91mm | 12d91mm | 10d79mm | 10d70mm | 7d52mm | 8d57mm | 9d80mm | 14d124mm | 14d120mm | 12d98mm | 13d100mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Iceland is on the cool side — with highs around 6°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 6°C during the day and drop to 1°C at night — warm layers recommended. The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 10 rain days with 79 mm total. At 6°C, the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Iceland in April
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Iceland?
- April is not an optimal month for Iceland (Score: 43/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Iceland in April?
- In April, Iceland sees daily highs of 6°C. Nights cool to 1°C, with a daily average of 4°C.
- How much rain falls in Iceland in April?
- In April, Iceland receives an average of 79 mm of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Iceland get in April?
- Iceland averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Iceland in April?
- Water temperature in Iceland in April averages 6°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
