Reykjavik weather in December

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Reykjavik December weather at a glance

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In December, Reykjavik averages 1°C, with typical highs of 3.1°C and lows of -1.9°C. The historical average is 21 wet days and 80% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in December, it is 1.9°C warmer than Seoul, with 16 more wet days.

Reykjavik December temperature & humidity

Average1°CHigh 3.1° / low -1.9°

Humidity80%

Wet days21 days66% of days

Day–night range5°

Reykjavik December rain & wet days

Wet days21 daysHistorical monthly average

Share of wet days66%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Reykjavik in December

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Rain is frequent at roughly 21 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 3.1°C
Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low -1.9°C
FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.

Useful extras

Insulated coatThermal base layersGloves and scarfRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella

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Packing essentials

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Reykjavik December sunrise & sunset times

2026 December · Local time (Atlantic/Reykjavik)

Sunrise on the 15th11:16

Sunset on the 15th15:29

Daylight duration4h 13m

Start, middle and end of the month
Date	Sunrise	Sunset	Daylight
2026-12-01	10:46	15:47	5h 1m
2026-12-15	11:16	15:29	4h 13m
2026-12-31	11:21	15:41	4h 21m

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Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Reykjavik

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December weather by year

December 2024-1°23 wet days, 79% humidity

December 20253°18 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

14°2°3.9mm

22°-4°

32°-2°6.7mm

4-2°-5°

52°-2°1.9mm

63°-2°

74°3°

85°2°

96°4°15mm

105°3°

116°3°11mm

125°3°5.1mm

136°0°

141°-4°3.7mm

15-1°-6°

161°-4°

174°1°2.6mm

184°-1°4mm

195°-2°6.4mm

208°3°11mm

218°4°

227°2°12mm

238°3°13mm

2410°7°18mm

259°8°6.1mm

268°2°11mm

277°-2°

287°6°1.4mm

295°1°

306°5°

316°-2°2.6mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Reykjavik weather like in December?

In December, Reykjavik averages 1°C, with typical highs of 3.1°C and lows of -1.9°C. The historical average is 21 wet days and 80% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Reykjavik in December?

There are about 21 wet days in December. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Reykjavik in December?

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Rain is frequent at roughly 21 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Reykjavik?

No months meet the A or B threshold in our temperature-and-precipitation score. Compare the monthly values with your planned activities.

Where can I check Reykjavik weather in December in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Reykjavik in December?

On 2026-12-15, calculated sunrise is 11:16 and sunset is 15:29 in local time (Atlantic/Reykjavik). Times vary by date and terrain.

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Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations