🇮🇸 Akureyri vs Paris 🇫🇷

Akureyri, Iceland vs Paris, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Paris is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. Paris is drier, with roughly 149 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇸 Akureyri🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high6°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (14°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthDecember (-6°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year263114
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, June, September

🇮🇸 Akureyri

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

🇫🇷 Paris

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Akureyri or Paris warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Akureyri or Paris?

Akureyri is rainier — Paris sees about 149 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Akureyri vs Paris?

Akureyri is best around June, July, August; Paris is best around May, June, September.

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