Reykjavik in November
Not the best time
The beginning of winter depression season. Locals hibernate, tourists disappear, and you'll question why anyone lives this far north.
Weather
November is Reykjavik at its most depressing - temperatures drop toward freezing, daylight shrinks to just 6 hours, and rain falls almost constantly. The combination of darkness, cold, and wet makes for genuinely miserable conditions.
4°C high0°C low13 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$170/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Iceland Airwaves (early month)
- •Traditional winter preparation
November Tips
- •November is the absolute cheapest month for hotels and flights
- •Focus on indoor activities - museums, pools, restaurants
- •Consider it northern lights season, but clouds often block the view
All Months
Summer means midnight sun and lupine flowers painting the countryside purple. June through August brings 18-hour days, temperatures around 60°F, and the best hiking conditions. But everyone else knows this too – expect crowds and premium prices. Winter offers Northern Lights from September to March, plus that cozy hygge feeling in steamy cafes. December through February sees just 4 hours of daylight, but the aurora dancing overhead makes up for it. Spring and fall are underrated – fewer tourists, decent weather, and you might still catch the lights in September or April. Just pack layers. Icelandic weather changes faster than a toddler's mood.
Reykjavik Scores
Solo
9/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
7/10
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