Reykjavík Pride
Early to mid-August
A colourful parade through downtown. Bright outfits with a waterproof layer on top.
Highs14°C (57°F)
Lows9°C (48°F)
Rainy days~12
Daylight16 h
CrowdsPeak season
August averages for Reykjavík. Source
August is still busy and mild, with the Reykjavik Culture Night and the first dark nights (and auroras) by late month. Layers, waterproofs and hiking boots.
☀️ By day
Layers and waterproofs. The highlands are colder.
🌙 Evening
A warm layer for Culture Night.
What's on in August
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Culture Night (Menningarnótt)
A Saturday in mid to late August
Free events across Reykjavík ending in fireworks, on the same day as the Reykjavík Marathon. Wear warm layers for the late-evening fireworks.
August packing essentials
Your August outfit list
- Waterproof shell jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Fleece jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Long-sleeve base layerShop Amazon ↗
- Hiking trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof hiking bootsShop Amazon ↗
- SwimsuitFull-coverage swimsuitShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof shell jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Fleece jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Long-sleeve base layerShop Amazon ↗
- Hiking trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof hiking bootsShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Layering is everything: thermal base, fleece or wool mid-layer, waterproof and windproof shell.
- Waterproof hiking boots with grip — paths are wet, icy or volcanic rock most of the year.
- Swimsuit required for lagoons and pools, and you must shower naked before entering (public pools enforce this).