Best Time to Visit Iceland - Pros + Cons of each season

When is the best time to visit Iceland? The answer will be different person to person, and it depends on what kind of things you’re looking to do, as well as what kind of weather you prefer.
I can give you all of the pros and cons about each time of year in Iceland. Here is what you can expect from each season.
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  • @welshlad6427
    @welshlad64272 жыл бұрын

    Very lucky to have visited Iceland 🇮🇸 4 times. Jan, Feb, June and November. Loved them all for different reasons. My June trip was the longest at 8 days and during that time we had 20c + fir most of it 🔆

  • @davidisrael8537
    @davidisrael85374 жыл бұрын

    No idea what time of year I want to go. I want to see the Northern Lights but don't want to go in winter weather lol.

  • @spontaneously01
    @spontaneously015 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video-so helpful!!!

  • @DanPerdon76
    @DanPerdon762 жыл бұрын

    Thanks heaps. Planning to go ithis October… first week. Birthday holiday fot me. So stoked cant wait. Im glued on your channel for planning my visit… thanks heaps

  • @meelad88
    @meelad885 жыл бұрын

    As per this video, four trips to Iceland are needed!

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    I totally agree!! ;)

  • @user-kh9ki3kq8m
    @user-kh9ki3kq8m6 жыл бұрын

    May!! Low tourism with still tolerable weather for someone who’s used to warmer weather. It was around 40-50°F each day and although there were still a few tourists around it wasn’t enough to get in the way of getting some good pictures. although the first day I got there we were going to drive around the golden circle and there was 3 feet of snow on portions of the road so we had to turn around, outside of that there was never snow on the ground.

  • @avinashsanganeria298
    @avinashsanganeria2983 жыл бұрын

    Very nice detailed vide

  • @Sionapink48
    @Sionapink483 жыл бұрын

    I am going to Iceland late February into March I am so excited 😆.

  • @naomibrowne1570

    @naomibrowne1570

    2 жыл бұрын

    Did you see the northern lights?

  • @clareoclareo2626
    @clareoclareo262611 ай бұрын

    I am booking a trip for next May, thanks for inspiring me. X

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    10 ай бұрын

    YAY! Happy planning!

  • @TheBakerOverYonder
    @TheBakerOverYonder5 жыл бұрын

    Hi! Great information! Can you do a video of what sights to see/things to do in the off seasons like winter? With limited daylight what is there to see or do? My friends and I want to plan a trip for next December. Thanks! Keep up the great work!

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    That is a great idea! Thank you so much! I hope you get to go on your trip!

  • @bryantwhitis1268
    @bryantwhitis12682 жыл бұрын

    Would I love in Iceland yes it's a beautiful Nordic country and blessed on the issue of energy.😊

  • @deniseh.3192
    @deniseh.31923 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for such a great video! I really wanna see iceland in winter, is there a month between november and march which you could recommend is the best for seeing snowy landscapes and rather snow then rain ? Or are they all pretty much the same?

  • @hormuzddaruwalla5465
    @hormuzddaruwalla5465 Жыл бұрын

    Hi... I eventually saw all yr videos on which mnths to visit Iceland and finally chose end of Oct 2022. Believe it or not it was the best decision. We had sun everyday on the tour except 3 short rains. There were nothern lights in full bloom atleast 4 nights out of the total 12 days we spent. It was magical. And a lot of yr tips helped. Esp the blue lagoon one where I literally found out through you that we have shower naked. *Fun Experience* Thank you for all the info. Great Job 🤗

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much for your comment and your support of my channel! I really appreciate that you trusted me to help you plan your trip to Iceland!! 💗💗💗

  • @veronicasarabia3821

    @veronicasarabia3821

    11 ай бұрын

    Hey hi , how did you see the norther lights on October? And what was the weather temperature?

  • @katielevin3689
    @katielevin36896 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeannie, I will be visiting Iceland in September. I have no idea what to pack and what to wear. Could you do a video on things to bring and what to wear during each season? Thanks so much!

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Katie, check out my summer packing video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qWmT1a6cgKqqZNY.html

  • @vinupamabrijesh3727
    @vinupamabrijesh37276 жыл бұрын

    hello Jeannie, can you please let me know if all the waterfalls will be frozen during December esp in the last 2 weeks - seljalandsfoss, skogafoss, gullfoss?

  • @JB91710
    @JB917104 жыл бұрын

    If I want massive snow storms but still want to travel to those highland sites, which month would you choose? Do they have snowmobile tours?

  • @Rocket-Man
    @Rocket-Man6 жыл бұрын

    There will certainly be one season which each of us like the most. If you were given only just one option, you will got to pick one.

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    6 жыл бұрын

    If I have to choose, it would be Autumn :)

  • @mahmoudhamed1373
    @mahmoudhamed13736 жыл бұрын

    Iceland 🇮🇸 😍😃😇

  • @89perci
    @89perci Жыл бұрын

    December/January/February which one will you pick for northern lights and overall sightseeing experience.thanks

  • @superdoobo
    @superdoobo2 жыл бұрын

    I deciding on Switzerland or Iceland. I want to visit both but just deciding which one to go to first.

  • @svetlanageyfman2476
    @svetlanageyfman24762 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeannie, we will be visiting Iceland in August. We will be cruising from Reyjkiavik and decided to spend 3 days before cruise in Reyjkiavik. What should we pack? Please, help. Thank you in advance.

  • @bobferk2925
    @bobferk29254 жыл бұрын

    Iceland is very beautiful ,I can't visit it ,because I haven't chance!

  • @soulfulllife
    @soulfulllife4 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I am planning om visiting next year due to coronavirus situation i have to postpone but i like to know booking on a self driving car only or you should i go for a local company who can arrange your car + hotel + all amenities in car with a in builder in gps that will give you places to visit day by day.

  • @imagineyourthailand9600
    @imagineyourthailand96003 жыл бұрын

    wow

  • @gloriaocanaolive971
    @gloriaocanaolive9715 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeanni. Thanks for this excelent video! So if you come to Iceland on end of April-beginning of May you can do excursions... Right?

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help! :)

  • @anitalishneva4318
    @anitalishneva43182 жыл бұрын

    If I go in April can I still go to the glaciers? I wanna be able to see the northern lights, visit the glaciers, but I don't wanna see mountains covered in snow. lol I am thinking March-April is a good time?

  • @beatrizcortez9677
    @beatrizcortez96775 жыл бұрын

    hello Jeannie.... Im a new subscriber love all the vids!!!! Im planning to visit Iceland in November and would want advice on what to pack during this time and is it better to book things directly?

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    Check out ALLL THINGS ICELAND at www.livelifewithaview.com

  • @nancycersonsky1170
    @nancycersonsky11703 жыл бұрын

    Do you ever plan trips for others, like a travel consultant ?

  • @PacNorthOR
    @PacNorthOR4 жыл бұрын

    And the award for most finger waves in a KZread video goes to... Seriously though, good vids! Thank you!

  • @svetlanageyfman2476
    @svetlanageyfman24762 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeanny,how cold it is in August?

  • @jeane9873
    @jeane98735 жыл бұрын

    I went in April and found that was great. Please get some sound absorbing panels to soften that echo X

  • @lowliangpin3149
    @lowliangpin31495 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeanie, hows the weather like in mid February. Is there any chance to catch northern light? If it is, then where is the best location and away from the crowds? Thanks for your time.

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!! I have Northern Lights information in my blog www.livelifewithaview.com :)

  • @alejandracano2194
    @alejandracano21945 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jeannie i'm goin to iceland the 27 of december for a week, no so sure exactly what is the best to do either rent a car o do a day tours! Is 7 days enough to see more than the basic places? Thank you

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    You will have to prioritize your must sees for a 7 day trip. And whichever option fits YOU best! Thanks for watching!!:)

  • @sinead4587
    @sinead45876 жыл бұрын

    Is the weather in winter so terrible that it is likely that my planned 5 night trip in December could be spent in a hotel room if a storm hits? How frequent are these storms?

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    6 жыл бұрын

    Totally depends, you can never really predict the weather in Iceland so I always suggest having a plan B for a winter trip. Enjoy!

  • @billfulas
    @billfulas3 жыл бұрын

    The philipino guys sad,green winter and white winter!

  • @nikhilchaudhari7593
    @nikhilchaudhari759311 ай бұрын

    Hi , im planning to come in mar or april 2024...what are the chances of experiencing northern lights..plz let me know...

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    10 ай бұрын

    Here are some posts you might find helpful: icelandwithaview.com/?s=northern+lights

  • @TitaNaBusy
    @TitaNaBusy9 ай бұрын

    Hi, just asking if it's ok to visit Iceland in April? Like mid to end April? Thanks in advance for your answer.

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    8 ай бұрын

    Hi! Here is a link all about April! Visit my website and use the search bar as there is a TON of information posted! icelandwithaview.com/?s=April

  • @miraculousships781
    @miraculousships7813 жыл бұрын

    It was 10°c today and I was like a bacon on the pan

  • @bryantwhitis1268
    @bryantwhitis12682 жыл бұрын

    Honesty, the cold weather doesn't bother me one bit being I'm part German/French 😯

  • @pakosdilshad3265
    @pakosdilshad32655 жыл бұрын

    I m planning to visit Iceland with my wife in February as we will be off from our works.so do u think it's a good idea to visit in february?thanks

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes February is a great time to visit!

  • @pakosdilshad3265

    @pakosdilshad3265

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@IcelandwithaView thanks

  • @ironguyscom
    @ironguyscom Жыл бұрын

    I wish I can communicated with Icelandic Woman!

  • @jaypee1853
    @jaypee18535 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE SUMMER BEST

  • @hopefriese5966
    @hopefriese59662 жыл бұрын

    How cold is it in the winter- in comparison to a Midwest winter?

  • @middletonrobert99

    @middletonrobert99

    2 жыл бұрын

    Much colder in the Midwest

  • @RonieNerbes-mt9ko
    @RonieNerbes-mt9ko3 ай бұрын

    I Love Jonna Napire 💜💚♥️ APRIL 19, 2024

  • @amit_rane2476
    @amit_rane24765 жыл бұрын

    Are u from Iceland

  • @IcelandwithaView

    @IcelandwithaView

    5 жыл бұрын

    No i am not, but love it just the same!! :)

  • @MellenBerger
    @MellenBerger4 жыл бұрын

    your are wrong.....it is winter...and spri...:)

  • @DRbash49
    @DRbash499 ай бұрын

    This video has coast me a lot ! I fortunately like so many other tourists I met during my trip in Iceland I fall of this and took a trip in what she calls shoulder season! What she doesn’t say that on those months the weather is so unstable too cloudy for northern lights and too windy for activities with risks of road closers and cancelations of activities. Please stay away from Iceland in October and march 😢

  • @lmcdonald1879
    @lmcdonald18792 жыл бұрын

    gotta go..hate the way she talks

  • @lindseyfw2903

    @lindseyfw2903

    Жыл бұрын

    I love the way she talks. Bye hater

  • @lmcdonald1879

    @lmcdonald1879

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lindseyfw2903 back at ya coward