How to read Icelandic weather symbols
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Planning an Icelandic getaway? Learning the Icelandic Met Office’s simple weather icons—wind arrows for gust strength, snowflakes and raindrops for…
Travel tips
Travel ideas, local advice, driving tips, weather planning, and practical guides for exploring Iceland near Ourhotels.
Why locals don’t panic about weather
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Embrace West Iceland’s ever-changing skies like a local: swap worries for wonder by checking live forecasts, layering smartly and treating…
When weather improves suddenly
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Seize the sunny moment in West Iceland with Ourhotels.is: when blue skies break through over the Westfjords or Borgarfjörður, drop…
How to plan for bad weather days
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Embrace Iceland’s unpredictable weather in the Westfjords and West Iceland with a few simple tips. Layer up, pack waterproof gear…
Why summer isn’t always warm
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Experience Iceland’s cool summer charm with midnight sun, crisp mountain breezes and unexpected drizzles. From June through August, endless daylight…
Why winter isn’t always white
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Discover a winter beyond white. In Westfjords and West Iceland, emerald moss–clad lava fields, crystal ice caves and fiery sunsets…
How seasons change landscapes
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Every visit to Westfjords & West Iceland feels like stepping onto a new canvas—spring’s emerald moss and roaring waterfalls, summer’s…
Best months for hot springs
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Dive into Iceland’s geothermal magic year-round—soak beneath dancing auroras in winter, unwind under the midnight sun in summer, or savor…
Best months for wildlife spotting
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Discover wildlife wonders in the Westfjords and West Iceland all year long. In spring (April–June), witness returning puffins and nesting…
Best months for hiking
February 8, 2026 · Travel Tips
Explore Westfjords & West Iceland on foot this summer—June through August brings clear trails, long daylight hours and vibrant wildflowers.…