Akureyri, Iceland — Weather in June 2026

Monthly climate averages for Akureyri, Iceland. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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June is a fair month in Akureyri

Climate Overview

Akureyri, Iceland in June has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.1°C (54°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 17 days this month, totalling around 99 mm.

This month falls at the beginning of Summer.

Daily highs in June gradually rise from around 10°C (50°F) at the start to 14°C (57°F) by month's end.

June sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 100 mm across the month.

Expect around 10.8h of sunshine at the start of June, decreasing to 9.6h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 28th, averaging 14.1°C (57°F).

Compared to May, this month is about 4°C warmer with 5 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into July.

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Monthly June Averages

Temperature
12°C / 7°C
Feels Like
11°C / 5°C
Rain
17 days · 99 mm
Sunshine
10.4h / day
Humidity
80% — Very Humid
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
N (360°)
Gusts
36 km/h
Daylight
22.7 h
Cloud Cover
83%
Clear Sky Days
0.3
UV Index
4 — Moderate
Dew Point
6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
New Moon · 0%
Snow Days
5 days · 19.8 cm

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202530
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 01:44
Daylight 23h
Sunset 00:45

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
-1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -10°C
Rain
18days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
0.7h Poor
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
0.2 Low
Snow Days
24days
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February
Poor
Temp
0°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -8°C
Rain
16days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
2.9h Poor
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
20days
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March
Poor
Temp
0°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -8°C
Rain
16days (98 mm) Wet
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
22days
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April
Poor
Temp
3°C / -1°C
Feels Like
1°C / -4°C
Rain
12days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
3.9 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
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May
Poor
Temp
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
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June
Fair
Temp
12°C / 7°C
Feels Like
11°C / 5°C
Rain
17days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
View Details
July best
Fair
Temp
15°C / 10°C
Feels Like
14°C / 9°C
Rain
16days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
View Details
August best
Fair
Temp
14°C / 9°C
Feels Like
13°C / 7°C
Rain
15days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
8.1h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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September
Wet
Temp
10°C / 5°C
Feels Like
8°C / 3°C
Rain
18days (139 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
2 Low
Snow Days
8days
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October
Wet
Temp
5°C / 0°C
Feels Like
2°C / -3°C
Rain
18days (136 mm) Wet
Sun
3.3h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
17days
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November
Poor
Temp
1°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -8°C
Rain
17days (107 mm) Wet
Sun
1h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
0.3 Low
Snow Days
19days
View Details
December
Wet
Temp
-1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -10°C
Rain
19days (125 mm) Wet
Sun
0.2h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
0.1 Low
Snow Days
22days
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January -1°C / -6°C -4°C / -10°C 18days (106 mm) Wet 0.7h Poor 85% Humid 0.2 Low Wet View Details
February 0°C / -4°C -3°C / -8°C 16days (103 mm) Wet 2.9h Poor 85% Humid 0.9 Low Poor View Details
March 0°C / -4°C -3°C / -8°C 16days (98 mm) Wet 6.2h Fair 85% Humid 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 3°C / -1°C 1°C / -4°C 12days (64 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 84% Humid 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May 8°C / 3°C 6°C / 0°C 12days (62 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 82% Humid 4 Moderate Poor View Details
June 12°C / 7°C 11°C / 5°C 17days (99 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 80% Humid 4 Moderate Fair View Details
July best 15°C / 10°C 14°C / 9°C 16days (85 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 81% Humid 4 Moderate Fair View Details
August best 14°C / 9°C 13°C / 7°C 15days (96 mm) Wet 8.1h Good 82% Humid 3.2 Moderate Fair View Details
September 10°C / 5°C 8°C / 3°C 18days (139 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 86% Very Muggy 2 Low Wet View Details
October 5°C / 0°C 2°C / -3°C 18days (136 mm) Wet 3.3h Poor 90% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Wet View Details
November 1°C / -4°C -2°C / -8°C 17days (107 mm) Wet 1h Poor 89% Very Muggy 0.3 Low Poor View Details
December -1°C / -6°C -4°C / -10°C 19days (125 mm) Wet 0.2h Poor 87% Very Muggy 0.1 Low Wet View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

June is typically fair for visiting Akureyri, with average highs of 12°C (54°F) and around 17 rainy days. Akureyri, Iceland in June has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.1°C (54°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain f
Akureyri typically sees around 17 rainy days in June with 99 mm (3.9 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Akureyri during June are cool at around 7°C (45°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) in June, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
June is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Akureyri. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Akureyri during June is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Akureyri gets approximately 23 hours of daylight per day in June, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Akureyri typically sees around 5 snow days in June with roughly 20 cm (8 in) of snowfall.

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