Midnight sun explained
Experience the “midnight sun” in Iceland’s Westfjords & West Iceland, where the sun barely dips below the horizon and every evening feels like golden hour. Paddle silent fjords…
How daylight affects travel planning
Experience Iceland’s ever-changing light with Ourhotels.is, where every sunrise and sunset becomes an adventure. In summer, chase the midnight sun across Westfjords fjords and horseback ride under pastel…
Snow conditions by region
Discover Iceland’s wild west under a fresh blanket of snow—where dramatic fjords and volcanic hills become a winter playground. In the Westfjords, pristine valleys and coastal trails around…
Wind: Iceland’s most underestimated element
Discover Iceland’s most underestimated wonder—its wind. From gentle spring breezes to invigorating autumn gusts, our guide shows you when to visit, how to pack, and which adventures—from Reynisfjara’s…
Rain in Iceland: what it’s really like
Discover why Iceland’s passing showers are a highlight, not a hindrance: each brisk downpour reveals glistening waterfalls, emerald birch forests and sudden rainbows arcing over volcanic landscapes. Plan…
How to dress for Iceland year-round
Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights on a frosty winter night or exploring waterfalls under the midnight sun, our year-round packing guide has you covered. Learn how to…
Autumn in Iceland: pros and cons
Autumn in Iceland unfolds like a living painting—golden moss and fiery lupine drape the lava fields while the first northern lights dance across dramatic skies. With cooler temperatures,…
Spring in Iceland: pros and cons
Spring in Iceland ushers in lengthening daylight, blooming lupins and thawing waterfalls—yet without the summer crowds or peak-season prices. From mid-April to mid-June, you can chase cascading falls…
What to expect from Icelandic winter weather
Winter in Iceland is a snow-dusted fairytale: imagine chasing the Northern Lights across frost-tipped lava fields by day and warming up beside a crackling hearth by night. Gear…
What to expect from Icelandic summer weather
Discover endless daylight, mild temperatures (10–15 °C) and ever-changing skies in Westfjords and West Iceland this summer. Whether you arrive mid-June to mid-August for the midnight sun—or opt…