What is the weather like in Iceland in June?

Reykjavík has a normal high of 13.0 °C, a mean of 9.8 °C and a normal low of 7.2 °C. Normal precipitation is 43.3 mm.

How much daylight does Iceland have in June?

Around the middle of June, Reykjavík has 21h 02m of daylight. Sunrise is 02:57 and sunset is 23:59.

Can northern lights be seen in Iceland in June?

June falls outside the typical September to April northern lights range. Northern lights require darkness.

When to visit Iceland

Iceland in June

White nights, peak visitor season and late-month highland access.

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At a glance

Temperature

High 13.0 °C, low 7.2 °C, mean 9.8 °C

Precipitation

43.3 mm across 9.3 rainy days

Sunshine

189.5 sunshine hours

Mid-month daylight

21h 02m, sunrise 02:57, sunset 23:59

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

June is around the midnight sun period, and the sky stays bright through the night. Peak visitor season begins, while highland roads typically start opening in late June.

The sky stays bright through the night.
Northern lights are not visible because the sky does not get dark.
Puffins are typically present.
Highland roads may begin opening in late June.

What to do

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

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 June?: Reykjavík has a normal high of 13.0 °C, a mean of 9.8 °C and a normal low of 7.2 °C. Normal precipitation is 43.3 mm.
How much daylight does Iceland have in June?: Around the middle of June, Reykjavík has 21h 02m of daylight. Sunrise is 02:57 and sunset is 23:59.
Can northern lights be seen in Iceland in June?: June falls outside the typical September to April northern lights range. Northern lights require darkness.