The weather in November in Iceland
It's cold in November in Iceland with an average temperature of 1°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 3°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and -2°C.
Looking for sun? November isn’t a good month to be in Iceland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in November for Iceland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 12°C in 2018, Iceland reached the highest temperature in November over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -10°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -18°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In November, there is an average of 104 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 23 cm falls as snow in November. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in November for Iceland
Click on any day in November 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.
November weather comparison
| Iceland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 1°C | 14°C |
| Max. temperature | 3°C | 19°C |
| Min. temperature | -6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 23 cm | 0,1 cm |
| Snowy days | 12 days | 1 day |
Start of November
The month of November starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around 2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -3°C.
Mid November
By mid-November, daytime temps stay steady at around 2°C, with nights around -3°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of November
By the end of November, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around 1°C, while nighttime temps are about -4°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in November in Iceland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in November in Iceland
Temperature in November in Iceland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in November in Iceland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in November in Iceland
Total precipitation in November in Iceland over the years
Daily Snowfall in November in Iceland
Snowfall in November in Iceland per year
Daily UV index in November in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in November 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.
Weather experiences in November in Iceland
The weather in November in Iceland is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Iceland? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Although the bitter cold and regular snowfall were challenging, the beautiful northern lights were breathtaking. Recommended for adventurous souls rather than those seeking comfort.— 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.