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North Iceland Weather & Climate: Iceland

Climate by month across North Iceland, Iceland, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of North Iceland

North Iceland is one of several regions in Iceland, with temperatures that range from 0°C (32°F) in February to 13°C (55°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Akureyri, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In North Iceland, no particular months stand out for consistently comfortable weather, as average temperatures fluctuate year-round.

The colder months are generally January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, North Iceland sees significant variations throughout the year. October tends to be the wettest, receiving 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while June is much drier with just 70 mm (2.8 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for June, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore North Iceland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Iceland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Akureyri)

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Akureyri Húsavík Laugar Blönduós Siglufjörður Reykjahlíð
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Climate map of North Iceland

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Akureyri 0°C (32°F) 13°C (55°F) -7°C (19°F) 7°C (45°F) 1275 mm (50 in) 1,043 hours
Húsavík 2°C (36°F) 13°C (55°F) -4°C (25°F) 8°C (46°F) 1170 mm (46 in) 1,043 hours
Laugar 1°C (34°F) 15°C (59°F) -6°C (21°F) 8°C (46°F) 1116 mm (44 in) 1,043 hours
Blönduós 2°C (36°F) 13°C (55°F) -4°C (25°F) 8°C (46°F) 1040 mm (41 in)
Siglufjörður 2°C (36°F) 11°C (52°F) -2°C (28°F) 7°C (45°F) 1313 mm (52 in) 1,043 hours
Reykjahlíð 1°C (34°F) 15°C (59°F) -6°C (21°F) 7°C (45°F) 1018 mm (40 in) 1,043 hours

Places in North Iceland, Iceland

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