Akureyri weather in June (North Iceland, Iceland)

What can you expect from the weather in Akureyri during June? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In June, Akureyri typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. June is a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 11°C. But by evening, they drop to around 4°C.

Akureyri in June usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 189 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, June is a great time to visit. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Akureyri, monthly averages in June

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26%  

Where to go in Iceland in June

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in June 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 June?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 7°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 June.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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