Average weather for Iceland in April
It's cold in April in Iceland with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 2°C to a high of 6°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 1°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights dipping to about -3°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 5°C, with nights around 1°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around 5°C, while nighttime temps are about 0°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
In April, there is an average of 96 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 13 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Iceland in April |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
4°C | 17°C | |
 Max. temperature |
6°C | 22°C | |
| Min. temperature |
2°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
96 mm | 81 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 11 days | |
 Total snowfall |
13 cm | 0,4 cm | |
| Snowy days |
6 days | 1 day | |
March
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Temperature records
With 16°C in 2019, Iceland reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -11°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -18°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Check out the climate of Iceland for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Iceland is based on weather data from Reykjavík. Other places, like VíkHúsavík, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iceland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Iceland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in April in Iceland
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Daily Precipitation in April in Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Iceland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV index in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Iceland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Iceland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Iceland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in April for Iceland
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in April in Iceland
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It was cold but bearable, the temperature was around freezing. A clear blue sky interrupted by unexpected snowfall made my trip truly adventurous. Multiple layers of clothing were mandatory.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Iceland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
