🇮🇸 Akureyri vs London 🇬🇧

Akureyri, Iceland vs London, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 152 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇸 Akureyri🇬🇧 London
Avg annual high6°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (14°C)July (24°C)
Coldest monthDecember (-6°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year263111
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).

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Akureyri or London warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Akureyri or London?

Akureyri is rainier — London sees about 152 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Akureyri vs London?

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

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