🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Reykjavík 🇮🇸

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Reykjavík, Iceland — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Amsterdam is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Reykjavík is drier, with roughly 7 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇮🇸 Reykjavík
Avg annual high14°C7°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (14°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (-2°C low)
Rainy days / year152145
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

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

🇮🇸 Reykjavík

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (14°C), coldest lows in January (-2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Reykjavík warmer?

Amsterdam is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Reykjavík?

Amsterdam is rainier — Reykjavík sees about 7 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Reykjavík?

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

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