Iceland in November
Worst weather + Iceland Airwaves festival
November is off-peak in Iceland — fewer crowds and better prices, in exchange for less reliable weather than the July peak (49).
Iceland weather in November
November is statistically the worst-weather month — short days (5 hours of daylight by month-end), unpredictable storms, frequent road closures, and aurora often blocked by cloud. The exception is Iceland Airwaves (early November) — Reykjavík's music festival is a major draw.
What to pack for Iceland in November
- Serious winter layers & an insulated coat
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layers
- A packable rain jacket or compact umbrella
What's on in November
- Iceland Airwaves (Reykjavík) — Iceland's biggest music festival, early November. Five days of indie/electronic/Icelandic music in venues across Reykjavík. Major draw for visitors during what would otherwise be one of the worst-weather months.
Is November the right month?
Iceland's best month is July (49); the toughest is March (9). For the best balance of good conditions and smaller crowds, aim for May (36). See the full month-by-month breakdown for Iceland.
FAQ
Is November a good time to visit Iceland?
November scores 20/100 on the Atlas Ranger Score — "Tough". November is off-peak in Iceland — fewer crowds and better prices, in exchange for less reliable weather than the July peak (49).
How warm is Iceland in November?
Expect daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and overnight lows near 0°C (32°F), with about 2.3 hours of sun a day.
Does it rain in Iceland in November?
November sees roughly 121mm of rain — moderate rainfall; a packable rain layer helps.
What should I pack for Iceland in November?
For November: serious winter layers & an insulated coat, hat, gloves and thermal base layers, a packable rain jacket or compact umbrella.