May · Iceland
Best time to visit Akureyri in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Akureyri in May
Average temperature 5°C, 59 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Akureyri scores 7.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 5°C, 59 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
At the head of Eyjafjörður, Akureyri combines whale-watching boats, mountain trails, and a botanical garden.
May in Akureyri — the year's strongest window
May averages 5°C (41°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 59 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 19.2 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Akureyri at 7.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Akureyri in May?
- In May, Akureyri averages 5°C, 59 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Akureyri?
- May earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Akureyri in May?
- Expect about 59 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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