November weather forecast
Akureyri, Iceland

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Weather in November

November, an icy time in Akureyri, witnesses falling temperatures reaching a high of just -1.5°C (29.3°F). Thick snowfall becomes a characteristic feature of the month with the frozen landscape shaping into its winter avatar. Decreased daylight hours, high cloud cover, and low visibility add to the intense winter scenario. Despite decreasing winds, the weather remains harsh, mirroring extreme cold.

Temperature

As November commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a cold 1.9°C (35.4°F) in October to a freezing cold -1.5°C (29.3°F). Throughout November nights, Akureyri records a consistent low-temperature averaging a still subzero cold -5.7°C (21.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 90%.

Rainfall

In Akureyri, Iceland, in November, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. In Akureyri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 851mm (33.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Akureyri, Iceland, in November, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 242mm (9.53") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 122.6 snowfall days, and 2565mm (100.98") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In November, the average sea temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F).
Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 5h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 10:52 and sunset at 15:10 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 2.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Akureyri. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in November translates into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Akureyri in November?

In November, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Akureyri, Iceland, are -1.5°C (29.3°F) and -5.7°C (21.7°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in November in Akureyri?

In Akureyri, the average relative humidity in November is 90%.

How much does it rain in Akureyri in November?

In November, in Akureyri, Iceland, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout November, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Akureyri in November?

In Akureyri, during November, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 242mm (9.53") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in November in Akureyri?

In Akureyri, the average seawater temperature in November is 4.9°C (40.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Akureyri have in November?

In Akureyri, Iceland, the average day length in November is 5h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Akureyri?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:52 and sunset at 15:10 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in November in Akureyri?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Akureyri, Iceland, is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Akureyri?

The months with the lowest UV index in Akureyri are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in November in Akureyri?

The average daily maximum UV index in November in Akureyri, Iceland, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average temperature in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in November: -1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in November: -5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9°C).

Average pressure in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average pressure in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average pressure in November: 1003.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).

Average wind speed in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average wind speed in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in November: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average humidity in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average humidity in November: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average rainfall in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in November: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).

Average rainfall days in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average rainfall days in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in November: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average snowfall in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in November: 242mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (499mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average snowfall days in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in November: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average sea temperature in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in November: 4.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average daylight in November: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average sunshine days in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in November: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and December (5.3 days).

Average UV index in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average UV index in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average cloud cover in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in November: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in November
Akureyri, Iceland

Average visibility in November - Akureyri, Iceland
  • Average visibility in November: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).

Akureyri, Iceland

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