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Keflavík, Iceland
Southern Peninsula · Iceland
Keflavík is a small city in Southern Peninsula, Iceland with a population of 15,930. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Keflavík
Keflavík is a town in the Reykjanes region in southwest Iceland. It is included in the municipality of Reykjanesbær whose population as of 2016 is 15,129.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,930 |
| Population Density | 154 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.0049°, -22.5624° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Southern Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (928 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.9 inches (38 cm) |
About Keflavík
Keflavík is a small city in Iceland (Southern Peninsula) with a population of 15,930. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Keflavík
Keflavík has an average annual temperature of 5.4°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.6°C), the coldest is Feb (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1100 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 103.7 sq mi (268.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.0049°N, 22.5624°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Reykjanes (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Reykjanes | Crater rows | 140 m (459 ft) | 1831 | 17 km |
| Krysuvik | Crater rows | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1340 | 27 km |
| Brennisteinsfjoll | Crater rows | 610 m (2,001 ft) | 1341 | 39 km |
| Hengill | Crater rows | 803 m (2,635 ft) | 150 | 57 km |
| Hromundartindur | Stratovolcano | 550 m (1,804 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Grimsnes | Crater rows | 200 m (656 ft) | -3500 | 82 km |
| Ljosufjoll | Fissure vent(s) | 1,063 m (3,488 ft) | 960 | 100 km |
| Helgrindur | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 986 m (3,235 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 112 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 131 km |
| Hekla | Stratovolcano | 1,490 m (4,888 ft) | 2000 | 141 km |
| Tindfjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Eyjafjallajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) | 2010 | 150 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 166 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in |
Keflavík has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 33°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (2.0").
Schools in Keflavík
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leikskólinn Garðasel | — | — | — | — |
| Heiðarskóli | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Keflavík
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps | ||||
| Duus Museum | ||||
| Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll | ||||
| Kvikan | ||||
| Powerplant Exhibition | ||||
| Slökkviliðsminjasafn | ||||
| Viking World Museum |
Libraries in Keflavík
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Grindavíkur | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Reykjanesbæjar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Keflavík
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Keflavík
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Keflavík
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Keflavík
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Keflavík
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Keflavík
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Keflavík
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Keflavík
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | KEF | Large Airport |
| Reykjavík Domestic Airport | RKV | Medium Airport |
| Kárastaða Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keflavík
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Keflavíkurkirkja | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Iceland
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Keflavík
What is the population of Keflavík?
Keflavík has a population of 15,930 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 154 people per square mile, spread across 103.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keflavík?
Keflavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.