🇮🇸 Akureyri vs Amsterdam 🇳🇱

Akureyri, Iceland vs Amsterdam, Netherlands — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Amsterdam is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Amsterdam is drier, with roughly 111 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇸 Akureyri🇳🇱 Amsterdam
Avg annual high6°C14°C
Hottest monthJuly (14°C)July (22°C)
Coldest monthDecember (-6°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year263152
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇮🇸 Akureyri

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (14°C), coldest lows in December (-6°C).

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Akureyri or Amsterdam warmer?

Amsterdam is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Akureyri or Amsterdam?

Akureyri is rainier — Amsterdam sees about 111 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Akureyri vs Amsterdam?

Akureyri is best around June, July, August; Amsterdam is best around June, July, August.

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