What is the weather like in Iceland in April?

Reykjavík has a normal high of 6.9 °C, a mean of 3.7 °C and a normal low of 1.0 °C. Normal precipitation is 59.0 mm.

How much daylight does Iceland have in April?

Around the middle of April, Reykjavík has 15h 03m of daylight. Sunrise is 05:56 and sunset is 21:00.

Can northern lights be seen in Iceland in April?

April falls within the period when northern lights are typically visible. Clear, dark conditions are required.

When to visit Iceland

Iceland in April

Spring daylight and the closing part of northern lights season.

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At a glance

Temperature

High 6.9 °C, low 1.0 °C, mean 3.7 °C

Precipitation

59.0 mm across 12.0 rainy days

Sunshine

165.1 sunshine hours

Mid-month daylight

15h 03m, sunrise 05:56, sunset 21:00

These figures are Reykjavík normals for 1991-2020, sourced from Icelandic Meteorological Office (Veðurstofa Íslands). North, East and highland areas run colder than Reykjavík. Iceland remains on GMT and UTC throughout the year without daylight saving.

What it is like

April is within the typical northern lights range, though darkness is decreasing. It is also within the period when whale watching is typically at its best.

Northern lights may be visible when conditions are clear and dark.
Whale watching is typically at its best from April to October.
Glacier hikes run year-round.
Golden Circle, South Coast and Reykjavík tours operate year-round.

What to do

These tour hubs match activities and regions that operate or are typically accessible during April.

Planning notes

Pack warm layers and a waterproof, windproof shell; Icelandic conditions change quickly in any season. Use the Iceland packing list for a structured checklist.

Check other dates and locations with the Iceland daylight tool.

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iceland in April?: Reykjavík has a normal high of 6.9 °C, a mean of 3.7 °C and a normal low of 1.0 °C. Normal precipitation is 59.0 mm.
How much daylight does Iceland have in April?: Around the middle of April, Reykjavík has 15h 03m of daylight. Sunrise is 05:56 and sunset is 21:00.
Can northern lights be seen in Iceland in April?: April falls within the period when northern lights are typically visible. Clear, dark conditions are required.