Akureyri Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Akureyri
The weather in Akureyri (and Northern Iceland in general) is often colder than in the capital,Reykjavík, but precipitation is lower; however, snow begins to fall earlier in Akureyri than in Reykjavík. As in the whole country the weather is unpredictable. January is the coldest month. Snow is very common in December to February, 80-85% of the days in those months have some snow coverage. Sunshine hours in Akureyri are fewer than in its surroundings due to its location between two mountains to the east and west. These mountains also make winds blow frequently to the north and south. July is the warmest month and one of the driest ones; actually temperature often remains rather cool even during summer, but one or two relatively hot days (> 24°C) can occur, while rain is less frequent than in
Top Attractions in Akureyri
Explore the best things to see and do in Akureyri:
- ★Akureyrarkirkja
- ★Akureyri Art Museum
- ★Akureyri Botanical Garden
- ★Akureyri Drama Society
- ★Akureyri Swimming Pool
- ★Aviation Museum of Iceland
- ★Elding Whale Watching Akureyri
- ★Flugsafn Íslands
Where to Eat in Akureyri
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Backpackers restaurant
- 🍴DJ Grill
- 🍴Domino's Pizza
- 🍴Greifinn
- 🍴Hamborgarfabrikkan
- 🍴Indian Curry House
Where to Stay in Akureyri
- 🏨Acco Hostel
- 🏨Akureyri Backpackers
- 🏨Hostelling International
- 🏨Hotel Akureyri
- 🏨Hotel Kea
- 🏨Icelandair Hotel Akureyri
Akureyri Travel Guide Sections
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