How Many Rainy Days Does Iceland Get Per Year?

Iceland averages approximately 165 rainy days per year (days with ≥1 mm precipitation). However, this varies significantly by region:

• South & West (e.g., Reykjavík, Vik): 180–220+ days; exposed to moist Atlantic lows.
• North & East (e.g., Akureyri, Egilsstaðir): 100–140 days; in the rain shadow of the central highlands.
• Highlands/Interior: Fewer precipitation days but more snow; some areas are polar deserts.

"Rainy day" in Iceland often means drizzle, sleet, or snow. The climate is maritime subarctic/oceanic—cool, cloudy, and changeable year-round.