Iceland · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonIceland · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 3° (38°) | 4° (38°) | 4° (39°) | 7° (44°) | 9° (49°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 13° (56°) | 11° (51°) | 7° (45°) | 5° (41°) | 3° (38°) |
MINMIN | -1° (30°) | 0° (31°) | 0° (31°) | 2° (35°) | 4° (40°) | 8° (45°) | 9° (49°) | 9° (48°) | 7° (44°) | 3° (38°) | 1° (34°) | -1° (30°) |
☀️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° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 6° (43°) | 8° (46°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (53°) | 12° (54°) | 11° (51°) | 9° (47°) | 7° (44°) | 6° (42°) |
🌧Rain Days | 14d106mm (4.2") | 12d91mm (3.6") | 12d91mm (3.6") | 10d79mm (3.1") | 10d70mm (2.8") | 7d52mm (2.1") | 8d57mm (2.2") | 9d80mm (3.1") | 14d124mm (4.9") | 14d120mm (4.7") | 12d98mm (3.8") | 13d100mm (3.9") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Iceland — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 14°C (57°F).
Daytime temperatures reach up to 14°C (57°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 11°C (52°F)). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 57 mm (2.2 in) total. At 11°C (52°F), the water is still quite cool in July — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Packing list for Iceland in July
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Iceland?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Iceland (Climate Score: 63/100). Pleasant temperatures (14°C (57°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Iceland in July?
- In July, Iceland sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Iceland in July?
- In July, Iceland receives an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Iceland get in July?
- Iceland averages 8 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Iceland in July?
- Water temperature in Iceland in July averages 11°C (52°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
