{"id":382,"date":"2019-02-10T12:56:59","date_gmt":"2019-02-10T12:56:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/routeprints.wpengine.com\/?p=382"},"modified":"2020-01-04T07:43:30","modified_gmt":"2020-01-04T07:43:30","slug":"best-time-to-visit-iceland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/best-time-to-visit-iceland\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Time to Visit Iceland"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you planning to visit Iceland by any chance? So, which month you\u2019ve decided to be a part of this mesmerizing country? Oh! You\u2019re still confused and can\u2019t make a decision? Of course, choosing the best time to visit any new place needs some research because you don\u2019t want to miss anything that\u2019s already on your mind, right. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering which the best season to visit Iceland is, first of all, let me clear you that it\u2019s not inexpensive and a place where you can go on a whim. So, I am here to help you decide the best time to visit Iceland and what you can do to make the most of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/@nikki_veall_-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy 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href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/best-time-to-visit-iceland\/#What_to_do_in_Winter_Season\" title=\"What to do in Winter Season: \">What to do in Winter Season: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/best-time-to-visit-iceland\/#Average_Temperature\" title=\"Average Temperature: \">Average Temperature: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/best-time-to-visit-iceland\/#Spring_Season_March-May\" title=\"Spring Season (March-May)\">Spring Season (March-May)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/best-time-to-visit-iceland\/#What_to_do_in_Spring_Season\" title=\"What to do in Spring Season: \">What to do in Spring Season: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 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Temperature: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit_Iceland\"><\/span><strong>Best Time to Visit Iceland<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_Season_December_to_February\"><\/span><strong>Winter Season (December to\nFebruary)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Without getting into\nmuch information, let\u2019s get straight to the point that if you want to see the\nNorthern Lights for many hours consider visiting the place during winters. In\nfact, many people believe that the best time to be in Iceland is winter season\nbecause of the heavenly white blanket of snow, cold temperatures and short\ndays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when it comes to traveling around the country, one may find unpassable smaller and highlands roads. In fact, driving might look like a challenging task. In case, you\u2019re not comfortable with such kind of conditions, there are a number of organized day tours available so that you can have a great experience exploring the country during the low season. Check some winter photos on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/routeprints\/\">@routeprits<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_Winter_Season\"><\/span><strong>What to do in Winter Season: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting with the best, Chase the Northern Lights and make sure you book ASAP because these tours sell like really fast. Then you try <a href=\"https:\/\/theblondeabroad.com\/ice-climbing-iceland\/\">Glacier Hiking<\/a>, Snowmobiling, The Blue Lagoon, Hire a Car and drive the very beautiful Golden Circle. Also, most importantly make sure that you\u2019re carrying right travel gears and thermals while visiting Iceland. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Temperature\"><\/span><strong>Average Temperature: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Average temperature in the South like in Reykjavik is 0\u1d52C but can go down to -5 to 5\u1d52 C. Whereas, in the north, the temperature may drop down to -10\u1d52 C. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read-  <a href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/rome-the-city-full-of-love\/\"> Rome, The City Full Of Love And History <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spring_Season_March-May\"><\/span><strong>Spring Season (March-May)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, if you don\u2019t\nfeel like driving in the snow then spring may be the best time of the year to\nvisit Iceland. Days are quite long and snow starts to melt, so you can\nexperience sightseeing the lush green landscape of the country. Also, another\nreason why visiting Iceland in spring is the best because prices are lower and\nyou won\u2019t see a huge crowd of tourists. You might get a chance to experience\nrain and wind during this season, so make sure you\u2019re carrying a rain jacket,\nfleece, and a good pair of waterproof shoes with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always be ready with\nyour camera because some Insta-worthy pictures are on your way. This is the\ntime when Puffins return to the Iceland coast between Mid April and Mid August,\nthe lambing season, and amazing waterfalls are waiting to get clicked. You can\nalso have a great time driving to the Iceland ring roads (Not the Golden Circle)\nto experience the country\u2019s most picturesque scenery and also you can plan\ncamping there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_Spring_Season\"><\/span><strong>What to do in Spring Season: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure that you do not miss the Puffin watching tour, go Hiking, soak yourself in Myvatn Nature Baths, Whale watching tour, Kayaking, Horseback riding. You need to have your t-shirts, jumpers, thermals, and light jackets so that you can put on whatever the weather demands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Temperature-2\"><\/span><strong>Average Temperature: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>0-10\u1d52 C<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_Season_June_to_August\"><\/span><strong>Summer Season (June to\nAugust)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Talking about the\npeak season of Iceland then it definitely has to be the summer season. The\nreason why almost everyone wants to be the guest of Iceland in summer because\nof the mild temperatures, a number of beautiful attractions are open and\napproachable. But remember that the prices might wing its way because \u2018the peak\nseason\u2019. Summers are undoubtedly the most famous time of the year to pay a\nvisit to the country due to the long days, and a wide range of natural beauty\nare just perfect to explore the place in the best way possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_Summer_Season\"><\/span><strong>What to do in Summer Season: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This season allows you to get into all the outdoor adventures that include Midnight Golf, visiting Black Sand Beaches, Waterfall Hopping, seeing the Geysers, Volcano Hiking, and Nature Reserve. If you\u2019re serious about paying a visit to Iceland in summer make sure you do a pre-booking for everything, be it hotels, car rentals or the tours. Also, keep your eye mask with you because the country is popular for its block out blinds and the midnight sun can affect your body clock negatively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Temperature-3\"><\/span><strong>Average Temperature: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be as low as 5\u1d52 C and as warm as 25\u1d52 C. On average temperature remains between 10-15\u1d52 C. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you planning to visit Iceland by any chance? 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