Best time to visit Akureyri

Q: When is the best time to visit Akureyri?

The best time to visit Akureyri is May and June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the warmest month in Akureyri?

The warmest time of year in Akureyri is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 12°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Akureyri?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Akureyri with 79mm on average. There are normally 18 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Akureyri?

The sunniest time of year in Akureyri is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 38% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Akureyri?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Akureyri in August when the water temperature reaches 9°C.

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When is the best time to visit Akureyri?

The best time to visit Akureyri is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the warmest month in Akureyri?

The warmest time of year in Akureyri is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 12°C.

Which month has the most rain in Akureyri?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Akureyri with 79mm on average. There are normally 18 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Akureyri?

The sunniest time of year in Akureyri is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 38% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Akureyri?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Akureyri in August when the water temperature reaches 9°C.