Reykjavik guide
Reykjavik, Capital Region, Iceland

Reykjavik in May

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Reykjavik are May, June, July and August. In May, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
9°C
Rainfall
99 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Reykjavik is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 9°C with about 99mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Reykjavik in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Iceland College of Education
Iceland College of Education was a normal college in Iceland. It merged with the University of Iceland in July 2008 and is now called the School of Education. Enrollment was around
House of Commerce
The House of Commerce is an office tower located at Kringlan 7 near Kringlan shopping mall in Reykjavík, Iceland. The building was constructed from 1975–1981. The building has a 4-
Reykjavík College of Music
The Reykjavík College of Music is an Icelandic gymnasium and music conservatory founded in 2017.
Occupy Reykjavík
Occupy Reykjavík (OR) was a collaboration that included peaceful protests and demonstrations against economic inequality, social injustice and corporate greed in Reykjavík, Iceland
365 (media corporation)
365 was a media company in Iceland. At its peak, it was a mass media company and operated several TV and radio stations, and one newspaper. 365 also rebroadcast foreign television
Local food tour of Reykjavik
Taste the signature dishes of Reykjavik.

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Reykjavik in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Reykjavik?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Reykjavik's best months are generally May, June, July and August.

What is the weather like in Reykjavik in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 9°C. Rainfall averages about 99mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Reykjavik in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Reykjavik in May?+

Popular things to do include Iceland College of Education, House of Commerce, Reykjavík College of Music and Occupy Reykjavík. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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