Reykjavík weather radar
The radar map centred on Reykjavík: rain, snow and storms over the last hour, with a new image every 5 minutes. Tap the map to check how heavy the rain is at any spot.
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Nearest weather radars
The nearest radar is Keflavik (Iceland), 37 km from the city centre. Its lowest beam passes about 0.4 km above the city, so it picks up even light rain from low clouds here.
| Radar | Country | Distance | Beam height over the city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keflavik | Iceland | 37 km | 0.4 km |
| Skagi | Iceland | 226 km | 5 km |
| Bjolfur | Iceland | 394 km | 12.6 km |
Rain and snow through the year
The wettest month in Reykjavík is September (an average of 181 mm), the driest is June (83 mm). On average 1,638 mm of rain and snow falls in a year.
Long-term average precipitation: NASA POWER.
More about this place
Weather radar for nearby cities
- Aberdeen weather radar1324 km
- Glasgow weather radar1339 km
- Dundee weather radar1340 km
- Edinburgh weather radar1374 km
- Belfast weather radar1389 km
- Bergen weather radar1458 km
FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Reykjavík?
The nearest weather radar is Keflavik (Iceland), 37 km from the city centre. Its lowest beam passes about 0.4 km above the city.
How often does the Reykjavík radar update?
A new radar image arrives every 5 minutes, and the slider below the map shows the last hour, so you can see which way the rain is moving.
What is the wettest month in Reykjavík?
Based on NASA POWER long-term averages, September is the wettest month (181 mm) and June the driest (83 mm).
Does the radar show thunderstorms and lightning?
Yes. Storms show up as yellow, red and purple patches, which means a strong echo from heavy rain and hail. White marks are lightning flashes from the last 15 minutes detected by satellite.
Data sources
EUMETNET OPERA radar composite via Open Radar Data, CC BY 4.0, data modified (reprojected, coloured). Climate: NASA POWER. Map: OpenFreeMap © OpenStreetMap contributors. Data sources