🇮🇸 Akureyri vs Rome 🇮🇹

Akureyri, Iceland vs Rome, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 15 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 181 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇸 Akureyri🇮🇹 Rome
Avg annual high6°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (14°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthDecember (-6°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year26382
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇮🇸 Akureyri

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

🇮🇹 Rome

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Akureyri or Rome warmer?

Rome is warmer overall, averaging about 15 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Akureyri or Rome?

Akureyri is rainier — Rome sees about 181 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Akureyri vs Rome?

Akureyri is best around June, July, August; Rome is best around April, May, October.

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