Akureyri weather in April (North Iceland, Iceland)

How is the weather in Akureyri in April? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In April, Akureyri typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -4°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Akureyri in April usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 125 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Akureyri. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akureyri climate page with graphs.

 

Akureyri, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24%  

Where to go in Iceland in April

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Akureyri in April?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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