Normal weather for Iceland in April
It's cold in April in Iceland with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 2°C to a high of 6°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 1°C.
In April, there is an average of 96 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 13 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Iceland in April |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
4°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
6°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
2°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
96 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
13 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
6 days | 0 days | |
The climate of Iceland is based on weather data from Reykjavík. Other spots, like VíkHúsavík, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iceland for a full picture of the climate.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Iceland with very cold temperatures, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights close to -3°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 5°C, with nights close to 1°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Iceland will be around 5°C, with nights close to 0°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature records for Iceland in April
With 16°C, Iceland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -11°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -18°C to a high of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in April in Iceland
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Daily Precipitation in April in Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Iceland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Iceland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV Index in April in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Iceland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Iceland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Iceland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for Iceland
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in April in Iceland
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It was cold but bearable, the temperature was around freezing. A clear blue sky punctuated by unexpected snowfall made my trip truly adventurous. Multiple layers of clothing were mandatory.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Iceland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
