Destinations · Northern Europe
Iceland
The best time to visit Iceland is May, June, July and August. Summer (June to August) has the mildest weather, long daylight and open roads; winter is cold and dark but the season for the northern lights.
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Good to know
- Currency: Icelandic króna (kr)
- Power: Type C / F, 230 V
- Peak season: June–August (midnight sun)
Iceland weather, month by month
| Month | High | Low | Wet days | When to go |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 13 | Off-season |
| February | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 12 | Shoulder |
| March | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 14 | Shoulder |
| April | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 12 | Shoulder |
| May | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 11 | Best |
| June | 12°C / 54°F | 7°C / 45°F | 11 | Best |
| July | 14°C / 57°F | 9°C / 48°F | 12 | Best |
| August | 13°C / 55°F | 8°C / 46°F | 13 | Best |
| September | 11°C / 52°F | 6°C / 43°F | 14 | Shoulder |
| October | 7°C / 45°F | 3°C / 37°F | 15 | Shoulder |
| November | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 32°F | 14 | Off-season |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -1°C / 30°F | 14 | Off-season |
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Packing list by month
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