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Iceland in July

Excellent time to go

Highland roads open

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Daytime high
14°C
57°F
Overnight low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
45 mm
dry
Crowd levels
high
busy
Prices
high
peak rates

What to expect in Iceland in July

July brings cool weather to Iceland, with daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows near 9°C (48°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 45 mm of rainfall on average. Highland roads open.

July is one of Iceland's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs June–August, for context.

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Iceland in other months

January
good
February
good
March
good
April
good
May
great
June
great
August
great
September
good
October
good
November
okay
December
okay

Where else is good to go in July

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29°C high · high crowds · great
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26°C high · high crowds · good
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28°C high · high crowds · great
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33°C high · high crowds · good
Turkey in July
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Peru in July
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