Grímsey Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
GRY
ICAO Code
BIGR
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Grímsey Airport is a very small airport serving Grímsey island off the north coast of Iceland. It is a single‑terminal facility handling short domestic flights, primarily to/from mainland Iceland.

Grímsey Airport
Elevation: 20 m
66.5458, -18.0173

Terminal Guide for Grímsey Airport #

The airport has one small terminal building with minimal passenger facilities: check‑in desk, a waiting area and a small arrivals space. The compact layout means arrival and departure facilities are contained within a single building.

Getting to and From Grímsey Airport #

Grímsey is an island; the airport is close to the island’s settlement and onward travel is typically on foot, by local vehicle or via ferry connections to the mainland.

  • Walking / local transport: On Grímsey, destinations are close to the airfield; short walks or local vehicles are normal.
  • Ferry / boat: Ferry services link the island to the mainland-these operate on set schedules and are weather dependent.
  • Taxi / private transfer: Limited local vehicle services may be arranged for luggage or specific trips.
  • Driving: There is minimal road network-the island is small and travel times are brief.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Grímsey Airport #

Facilities are minimal and intended for short waits: a small café or vending machine, restrooms and seating. No large retail or lounge facilities exist.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food and drink: Expect only basic snack options or vending machines.
  • Wi‑Fi / charging: Connectivity is limited on small islands; plan for offline needs.
  • Accessibility: Assistance can generally be arranged locally; left‑luggage services are not available.

Weather & Climate near Grímsey Airport #

Climate

Grímsey Airport's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -3°C to 10°C. Moderate rainfall (673 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
16°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
8.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
8.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

March

March is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
15.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
19.1h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
22.6h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
20.6h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
16.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
7.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.5h daylight

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