Q: What is the weather like in Iceland in February?

• Temperature: Typically between -3°C to 3°C (27°F to 37°F) • Conditions: It is possible to have light snow, strong wind, and occasional rain. Iceland also has gorgeous long sunrise and sunset periods

Q: Can I see the Northern Lights in February?

• Yes! February is a great time for Northern Lights viewing and the current solar maximum, a period of peak solar activity, is expected to continue through the first quarter of 2026 • Best seen on clear, dark nights away from city lights. • We will be taking a small group tour to search for the northern lights on the night of arrival. In case you don't see the Northern Lights, you can reschedule for free on a non-premium Northern Lights Bus Tour as often as you want during our stay until you see the beautiful Aurora.

Q: What should I pack for Iceland in February?

• Warm, waterproof layers • Insulated jacket • Thermal underwear or base layer • Sturdy winter boots • Gloves, hat, scarf • Swimsuit (keep these handy in your carry on for hot springs!) • If your optional tours require specialty equipment, it will be provided.

Q: Are daylight hours too short in February?

• You'll get about 7-10 hours of daylight. • Plan your main activities between 9 AM - 5 PM. • The long twilight hours can make for beautiful sunrises and sunsets

Q: What currency is used, and do I need cash?

• Currency: Icelandic Króna (ISK). Currently 1 USD = about 122 ISK but the rate fluctuates. • Most places accept credit/debit cards - even for small purchases. • You may choose to carry a small amount of cash. You can obtain cash from debit machines at the airport or at banks

Q: Will I need to tip?

• Tipping is not customary or expected in Iceland because service charges are typically included in prices, and workers are paid a living wage. • No tipping is expected in restaurants, bars, hotels, etc. • If you receive exceptional service or are on a long guided tour, it is a nice gesture to offer

Q: Do I need a visa to visit Iceland? What are the passport requirements?

• If you're from the EU/EEA, US, Canada, UK, and many other countries: no visa needed for stays under 90 days. • Your passport must have a validity of three months required, six months recommended beyond your planned date of departure

Question 1

What is the weather like in Iceland in February?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿Temperature: Typically between -3°C to 3°C (27°F to 37°F)
 • ﻿﻿Conditions: It is possible to have light snow, strong wind, and occasional rain. Iceland also has gorgeous long sunrise and sunset periods

Question 2

Can I see the Northern Lights in February?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿Yes! February is a great time for Northern Lights viewing and the current solar maximum, a period of peak solar activity, is expected to continue through the first quarter of 2026

• ﻿﻿Best seen on clear, dark nights away from city lights.

• ﻿﻿We will be taking a small group tour to search for the northern lights on the night of arrival. In case you don't see the Northern Lights, you can reschedule for free on a non-premium Northern Lights Bus Tour as often as you want during our stay until you see the beautiful Aurora.

Question 3

What should I pack for Iceland in February?

Accepted Answer

• Warm, waterproof layers

• ﻿﻿Insulated jacket

• ﻿﻿Thermal underwear or base layer

• ﻿﻿Sturdy winter boots

• ﻿﻿Gloves, hat, scarf

• ﻿﻿Swimsuit (keep these handy in your carry on for hot springs!)

• ﻿﻿If your optional tours require specialty equipment, it will be provided.

Question 4

Is it too cold to enjoy outdoor activities?

Accepted Answer

No, but it helps to be prepared.

Question 5

Are daylight hours too short in February?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿You'll get about 7-10 hours of daylight.

• ﻿﻿Plan your main activities between 9 AM - 5 PM.

• ﻿﻿The long twilight hours can make for beautiful sunrises and sunsets

Question 6

What currency is used, and do I need cash?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿Currency: Icelandic Króna (ISK). Currently 1 USD = about 122 ISK but the rate fluctuates.

• ﻿﻿Most places accept credit/debit cards - even for small purchases.

• ﻿﻿You may choose to carry a small amount of cash. You can obtain cash from debit machines at the airport or at banks

Question 7

Will I need to tip?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿Tipping is not customary or expected in Iceland because service charges are typically included in prices, and workers are paid a living wage.

• ﻿﻿No tipping is expected in restaurants, bars, hotels, etc.

• If you receive exceptional service or are on a long guided tour, it is a nice gesture to offer

Question 8

Will I need a power adapter?

Accepted Answer

• Yes, if you're not from Europe.

• Iceland uses Type F outlets (230V, 50Hz).

Question 9

Can I drink the tap water?

Accepted Answer

•  Absolutely. Iceland has some of the cleanest water in the world. You can even drink the water from streams throughout the island

Question 10

Do I need a visa to visit Iceland? What are the passport requirements?

Accepted Answer

• ﻿If you're from the EU/EEA, US, Canada, UK, and many other countries: no visa needed for stays under 90 days.

• ﻿﻿Your passport must have a validity of three months required, six months recommended beyond your planned date of departure

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