Akureyri vs Reykjavík in May

Akureyri is the better pick in May — 76 vs 72 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Akureyri is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Reykjavík is cold, rainy, clean air.

Akureyri vs ReykjavíkMay climate, side by side

AkureyriReykjavík
Comfort score76/100 (B)72/100 (B)
Feels-like high9°C6°C
Avg high / low11° / 3°10° / 5°
Rainfall65 mm109 mm
Rainy days1318
Humidity82%78%
Air quality (AQI)3640

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

Akureyri vs Reykjavík in May — FAQ

Is May better in Akureyri or Reykjavík?
Akureyri is the better pick in May — 76 vs 72 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Akureyri is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Reykjavík is cold, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Akureyri vs Reykjavík in May?
In May, Akureyri averages 11°C high / 3°C low with about 65 mm of rain; Reykjavík averages 10°C high / 5°C low with about 109 mm.