Monthly climate guide
Akureyri weather in April
Expect freezing weather in Akureyri in April: afternoons reach about -1°C (30°F), while nights drop to around -7°C (19°F). Around 77 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than March and 2°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Seasonally, April counts as mid-spring in Akureyri.
- Akureyri is usually about 2°C cooler than Norðurþing, 50 km away, in April.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -7°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
Avg high
-1°C
30°F
Avg low
-7°C
19°F
Rainfall
77 mm
some rain
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
82%
cloud · often cloudy
Akureyri weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C / 25°F | -9°C / 15°F | 116 mm | 96% | 82% |
| February | -3°C / 26°F | -9°C / 15°F | 106 mm | 96% | 85% |
| March | -3°C / 27°F | -9°C / 15°F | 95 mm | 94% | 83% |
| April | -1°C / 30°F | -7°C / 19°F | 77 mm | 93% | 82% |
| May | 1°C / 34°F | -3°C / 26°F | 83 mm | 92% | 83% |
| June | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 35°F | 73 mm | 87% | 80% |
| July | 9°C / 49°F | 4°C / 39°F | 104 mm | 88% | 86% |
| August | 8°C / 47°F | 3°C / 37°F | 98 mm | 89% | 82% |
| September | 5°C / 40°F | 0°C / 32°F | 132 mm | 93% | 84% |
| October | 0°C / 33°F | -4°C / 25°F | 128 mm | 96% | 83% |
| November | -3°C / 27°F | -7°C / 19°F | 121 mm | 96% | 81% |
| December | -4°C / 24°F | -10°C / 15°F | 148 mm | 97% | 80% |
What to pack for April
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is April a good time to visit Akureyri?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Akureyri →Other Iceland cities in April
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Akureyri in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Akureyri?
April is cool in Akureyri, with highs around -1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Akureyri in April?
Average highs are about -1°C (30°F) and average lows about -7°C (19°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Akureyri in April?
Akureyri typically gets around 77 mm of rain in April — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Akureyri (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.