Akranes Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Akranes can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Akranes can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 15°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -2°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Akranes is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1384 mm. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 145 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 78 mm of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Akranes. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 6°C in January to 11°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Akranes.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 81%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s and 6 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in July and highest during January, February, March, April, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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13 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Akranes in Iceland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 15°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 78 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.
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