Akureyri vs Reykjavík in January

Akureyri and Reykjavík are nearly tied in January — 31 vs 31 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Akureyri is freezing, rainy, clean air; Reykjavík is freezing, rainy, clean air.

Akureyri vs ReykjavíkJanuary climate, side by side

AkureyriReykjavík
Comfort score31/100 (F)31/100 (F)
Feels-like high-2°C-2°C
Avg high / low2° / -6°3° / -2°
Rainfall109 mm127 mm
Rainy days1818
Humidity85%82%
Air quality (AQI)3639

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Akureyri vs Reykjavík in January — FAQ

Is January better in Akureyri or Reykjavík?
Akureyri and Reykjavík are nearly tied in January — 31 vs 31 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Akureyri is freezing, rainy, clean air; Reykjavík is freezing, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Akureyri vs Reykjavík in January?
In January, Akureyri averages 2°C high / -6°C low with about 109 mm of rain; Reykjavík averages 3°C high / -2°C low with about 127 mm.