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Akureyri

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Updated Monday, September 14, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Akureyri month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Akureyri are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 13–15°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 15°C), January the coldest (average low -6°C), and September the wettest (about 138 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January0.0-5.61120.7
February0.7-4.71022.7
March1.2-3.81005.2
April3.7-1.4608.3
May8.32.4509.9
June12.97.1939.5
July15.09.2818.9
August14.18.3938.0
September10.45.01385.4
October5.20.31382.9
November1.9-3.61061.0
December0.4-5.11290.1

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01 · Overview

Akureyri, in brief

Akureyri is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Akureyri took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Akureyri

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Akureyri

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Akureyri

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Akureyri

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Akureyri

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08 · Questions

Questions about Akureyri

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Frequently Asked Questions about Akureyri

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01 · Q&A

Where is Akureyri located and what are its coordinates?

Akureyri is situated in Iceland at geographic coordinates 65.6835, -18.0878 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Akureyri?

Akureyri has a recorded population of approximately 19,219 and observes the Atlantic/Reykjavik time zone (ISK).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Akureyri?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Akureyri include is, en, de, da, sv, no, and the circulating currency is ISK.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Akureyri?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Akureyri, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.