Climate of Capital, Iceland
Area-weighted average across Capital. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Capital, a subdivision of Iceland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 9.6°C / 49.3°F in July, with rainfall from 66 mm / 2.6 in to 114 mm / 4.5 in depending on the season (1121 mm / 44.1 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.9°C28.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.6°C29.1°F | 114 mm4.5″ | Snowy |
| March | -1.5°C29.3°F | 113 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
| April | 1°C33.8°F | 76 mm3″ | Snowy |
| May | 4.9°C40.8°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 7.8°C46°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 9.6°C49.3°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 9.1°C48.4°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| September | 6.1°C43°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| October | 2.8°C37°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| November | -0.2°C31.6°F | 102 mm4″ | Snowy |
| December | -1.5°C29.3°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Capital?
Capital, Iceland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 9.6°C / 49.3°F, and the driest is June at 66 mm / 2.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Capital?
Capital, Iceland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 9.6°C / 49.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1121 mm / 44.1 in, with the wettest month being February (114 mm / 4.5 in) and the driest June (66 mm / 2.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Capital?
The hottest month in Capital is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 9.6°C / 49.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Capital?
The coldest month in Capital is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.9°C / 28.6°F.
When does it rain most in Capital?
The wettest month in Capital is February, averaging about 114 mm / 4.5 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 66 mm / 2.6 in.