Search Menu

Normal weather for Iceland in October

It's cold in October 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.

In October, there is an average of 117 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 18 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Iceland in October

New York
Temperature Average Temperature
4°C 21°C
Sun High Temp
6°C 26°C
Sun Low Temp
2°C 16°C
Rain Total Precipitation
117 mm 119 mm
Rain Rainy Days
14 days 13 days
Snow Total Snowfall
18 cm 0 cm
Snow Snowy Days
10 days 0 days

Start of October

The month of October starts in Iceland with cold temps, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights around 1°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

Mid October

By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 5°C, with nights around 0°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of October

By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around 3°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°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.

Find affordable vacations to Iceland Link

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.

Is October a good time to visit Iceland?

Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Iceland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.

Temperature records for Iceland in October

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.

Plan your next vacation

Don’t miss the best vacation deals for Iceland and see what our partners have for you.

Daily Temperature in October in Iceland

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October 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.

Daily Temperature in October in Iceland

Daily Precipitation in October in Iceland

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October 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 October, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Iceland.

Daily Precipitation in October in Iceland

Daily Snowfall in October in Iceland

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October 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 October.

Daily Snowfall in October in Iceland

Daily UV Index in October in Iceland

This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.

Daily UV Index in October in Iceland

Temperature in October in Iceland Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in October in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in October in Iceland Over the Years

Total Precipitation in October in Iceland Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in October in Iceland Over the Years

Snowfall in October in Iceland per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in October in Iceland over the past years

Daily Climate in October for Iceland

Click on any day in October 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 October in Iceland

Have you been to Iceland in October?

Share your weather experience in October in Iceland.

Your email will not be shown in the review and will not be shared with others.

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.


Or check out the climate of Iceland for all months at once

Terug naar boven