Average Monthly Sunshine in Akureyri

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Akureyri receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Akureyri varies. It peaks at 189 hours in June and drops to 0 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1043 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Akureyri serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Akureyri’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Akureyri enjoys an average of 1043 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Akureyri’s wettest month, receives 86 mm of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Akureyri Precipitation page.