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Putting together the right Iceland packing list is one of the most important things you can do before your trip! Iceland is a destination known for its cold and windy weather.
Not only that, Iceland is wet, wet, wet — and if you’re not adequately covered in waterproof clothing on a rainy day, you’ll be miserable.
Additionally, Iceland is a rural country. Most of the time, I recommend buying things locally if you need to. That’s not as easy in Iceland. Unless you’re in Reykjavík or Akureyri, you won’t be able to easily find decent shopping.
I know this sounds tough — but please, don’t worry! I’m here to make your trip to Iceland easier. I’ve been to Iceland several times, including a two-week road trip around the Ring Road, and I’ve figured out what to pack for Iceland, what to wear in Iceland, the items that you really need, and the items you can leave at home.
This guide has four sections: Weather in Iceland, The Most Important Items to Pack, What to Wear in Iceland, Winter in Iceland, the Iceland Packing List, and What Not to Bring to Iceland.
And as you plan your trip, don’t forget to check out my other Iceland posts: the best things to do in Reykjavík, things to know before you go to the Blue Lagoon, and the details on how much my Iceland road trip cost.
Weather in Iceland: What to Expect
Iceland has cold weather year-round and is frequently rainy. The forecast changes often and weather conditions can turn dangerous when you don’t expect it. In short, you need to be ready for anything — but especially precipitation!
You might luck out and get a string of sunny days (I certainly have on all four of my trips). You may be here two weeks and not see the sun once. You might have dreadfully foggy or rainy days when you least want them. In short, be ready for anything.
If you’re visiting during the summer (May-September), the best time to visit for good weather, you should be ready for average temperatures around 40-60 F (7-15 C).
If you’re visiting during the colder months, you should be prepared for average temperatures to fall below freezing (often 15-32 F, or -9-0 C). The wind chill can bring that much lower.
This Iceland packing list is primarily targeted toward summer travelers, who comprise the…
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