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Reykjanesbær, Iceland
Southern Peninsula · Iceland
Reykjanesbær is a small city in Southern Peninsula, Iceland with a population of 19,724. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Reykjanesbær
Reykjanesbær is a municipality on the Southern Peninsula (Suðurnes) in Iceland, though the name is also used by locals to refer to the suburban region of Keflavík and Njarðvík which have grown together over the years. The municipality is made up of the towns of Keflavík and Njarðvík and the village of Hafnir. The municipality was created in 1994 when the inhabitants of the three settlements voted to merge them into one. Reykjanesbær is the fourth largest municipality in Iceland, with 21.957 citizens (2024).
People
Climate
| Population | 19,724 |
| Population Density | 190 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.9981°, -22.5611° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | 🇮🇸 Iceland |
| State / Province | Southern Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.4 inches (976 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.3 inches (49 cm) |
About Reykjanesbær
Reykjanesbær is a small city in Iceland (Southern Peninsula) with a population of 19,724. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Climate in Reykjanesbær
Reykjanesbær 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 | 40.4°F |
| 25% below Iceland avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 103.7 sq mi (268.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.9981°N, 22.5611°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 | 103 km |
| Prestahnukur | Subglacial | 1,385 m (4,544 ft) | -3350 | 112 km |
| Vestmannaeyjar | Submarine | 283 m (928 ft) | 1973 | 130 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 | 149 km |
| Langjokull | Subglacial | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 950 | 167 km |
| Torfajokull | Stratovolcano | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1477 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 in |
Reykjanesbær has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 32°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Reykjanesbær
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Reykjanesbær
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Háaleitisskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Akurskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Myllubakkaskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Holtaskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Stapaskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Njarðvíkurskóli | — | — | — | — |
| Frístundamiðstöðin Fjörheimar | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Reykjanesbær
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Reykjanesbær
| 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 Reykjanesbær
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasafn Grindavíkur | 0.0 | |||||
| Bókasafn Reykjanesbæjar | 0.0 |
Hotels in Reykjanesbær
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Reykjanesbær
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Reykjanesbær
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Reykjanesbær
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Reykjanesbær
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Reykjanesbær
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Reykjanesbær
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Reykjanesbær
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Reykjanesbær
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Reykjanesbær
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Reykjanesbær
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Reykjanesbær
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Reykjanesbær
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Reykjanesbær
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | KEF | Large Airport |
| Reykjavík Domestic Airport | RKV | Medium Airport |
| Kárastaða Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Reykjanesbær
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pósthús |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Reykjanesbær
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aðventkirkjan | |
| Church of St. John Paul II | |
| Fyrsta baptista kirkja | |
| Hvítasunnukirkjan í Keflavík | |
| Innri-Njarðvíkurkirkja | |
| Kirkjuvogskirkja | |
| Ytri Njarðvíkurkirkja |
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What is the population of Reykjanesbær?
Reykjanesbær has a population of 19,724 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 190 people per square mile, spread across 103.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Reykjanesbær?
Reykjanesbær has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.