Is April a good month to go to Iceland?

April is another great time to visit Iceland. The temperatures are rising, the days are getting nice and long and the landscape is just starting to get green as all that sunlight works its magic on our flora and fauna, and maybe most importantly, Iceland’s First day of Summer.

Can you see Northern Lights in April in Iceland?

And, as you’ve probably heard, daylight lasts longer in summer in Iceland. So, the best chances to see the Northern Lights in April is early in the month. In fact, while some winter months have the benefit of darkness for Northern Lights tours, they’re also colder, snowier and wetter than spring/summer months.

Is Iceland dark in April?

Complete darkness (no daylight) By the end of April, the sun will set around 22:00. Which is why most northern lights tour operator stop hosting tours on the 15th of April.

Is Iceland Green in April?

The Golden Circle is a must do in Iceland year round but April brings with it untainted scenic beauty and a chance to witness nature at its best. Iceland is starting to green up in April.

Can you drive the Ring Road in Iceland in April?

Can you drive the Iceland Ring Road in April? Yes. We drove the whole ring road in April and also made additional detours (all noted in the map above). The ring road is well maintained and in good condition.

Can you see whales in Iceland in April?

Whale Watching in April in Iceland In the North, the most commonly spotted whales are humpback whales, minke whales, and harbor porpoises in this season. Orcas, or killer whales, have also been seen in these waters in April, as have the enormous blue whales.

Is there snow in April in Iceland?

The weather in Iceland is ever-changing. That’s true for any month really, but especially for April. We can easily experience sun, rain, snow and complete calm all in the same hour! During early April we might have an occasional snowfall, but the warmer temperature means it doesn’t stay very long.