June to August for midnight sun and open roads; September to March for northern lights. Winters are cold, dark and icy but magical.
Peak season
May, June, July, August, September are the busiest months. Book popular tours and hotels earlier, and expect higher prices.
Month by month
- January: cold, quiet season.
- February: cold, quiet season.
- March: cold, quiet season.
- April: cool, busy season.
- May: cool, peak season.
- June: mild, peak season.
- July: mild, peak season.
- August: mild, peak season.
- September: cool, peak season.
- October: cool, busy season.
- November: cold, quiet season.
- December: cold, quiet season.
How long to stay
Three to five days.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Reykjavik best time to visit questions
When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?
June to August for midnight sun and open roads; September to March for northern lights. Winters are cold, dark and icy but magical.
How many days do I need in Reykjavik?
Three to five days.