Is late May a good time to visit Iceland?

Iceland's far north ocean location makes for fluctuating weather. May-Sep is the best time to visit Iceland if you want to go whale watching; you can combine orcas with Northern Lights in late Sep. Jun-Aug offer endless days, low 20s warmth plus summer festivals. Dry weather inland makes this prime hiking season. read more

If you're looking for exploring the capital Reykjavik , best time to visit the city is in the summer months between June and August when you can witness sunlight for the maximum part of the day and indulge in a lot of fun activities. read more

Midnight sun and warmer temperatures make summer the best season to visit Iceland. Although hikers will want to consider July and August as the best time to visit Iceland whereas February, March, September and October are typically the best time to visit Iceland for the Northern Lights. read more

May and June are the best months for birds, while mid June to August is the season for wild flowers, but if you want to explore the uninhabited interior of Iceland, you should plan your visit for July and August as most of the highland tracks are only open during this period. read more

W e had the pleasure of travelling around Iceland in May for two weeks, back in 2013. It was amazing and I would attribute it to the month of May, definitely one of the best times to visit Iceland. Springtime in general is great for travelling. In fact, it’s my most favourite time for a road trip. read more

May-Sep is the best time to visit Iceland if you want to go whale watching; you can combine orcas with Northern Lights in late Sep. Jun-Aug offer endless days, low 20s warmth plus summer festivals. Dry weather inland makes this prime hiking season. Snow comes as early as Sep (and can linger to May) but Iceland can look good too in autumn. read more