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North Iceland Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Iceland, Iceland in November.

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Akureyri Húsavík Laugar Blönduós

Thinking about venturing to North Iceland, Iceland this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in North Iceland in November

North Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. November in North Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Eyjafjaroarsveit at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Grímsey at 5°C (41°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Grímsey and -6°C (21°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. November is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in North Iceland, Iceland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Raufarhöfn with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high snow/rainfall in Dalvík with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Akureyri receives around 15 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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)

January0°C (32°F) February0°C (32°F) March0°C (32°F) April3°C (37°F) May6°C (43°F) June11°C (52°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September9°C (48°F) October4°C (39°F) November1°C (34°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in North Iceland in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Iceland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in North Iceland

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in North Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in North Iceland (November)

Precipitation variation in North Iceland (November)

Akureyri

In November Akureyri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
15 hours
0 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Akureyri →

Húsavík

In November Húsavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
15 hours
0 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Húsavík →

Laugar

In November Laugar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
15 hours
0 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Laugar →

Blönduós

In November Blönduós generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Blönduós →

Siglufjörður

In November Siglufjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
15 hours
0 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Siglufjörður →

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In our records: Iceland November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Iceland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest November daytime high in Iceland was -19°C (-2°F) in Ólafsfjörður on November 23, 1977.
  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Iceland brought 232 mm (9.1 in) in Ísafjörður on November 5, 1993.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Iceland in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Akureyri 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Húsavík 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Laugar 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Blönduós 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Siglufjörður 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Reykjahlíð 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

North Iceland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Iceland, Iceland in November?

In November, North Iceland, Iceland generally has poor weather conditions. Akureyri sees daytime temperatures near 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to roughly -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in North Iceland, Iceland in November?

Daytime temperatures in Akureyri peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in November, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does North Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in November?

North Iceland, Iceland sees substantial snow/rainfall in November. Akureyri typically averages about 127 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit North Iceland, Iceland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Akureyri, November may not be the ideal time to visit North Iceland, Iceland.

On average, the best time to visit North Iceland, Iceland is in June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Akureyri.

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