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What to wear in Iceland in April

By PackTheLook · Updated 28 October 2026

Highs7°C (45°F)
Lows1°C (34°F)
Rain/snow days~12
Daylight14.5 h
CrowdsQuiet

April averages for Reykjavík. Source

April is quiet shoulder season — snow lingers in the north, daylight reaches 15 hours and puffins start arriving late in the month. Waterproof shell, warm mid-layer and boots.

☀️ By day

A waterproof shell over fleece and waterproof boots.

🌙 Evening

Hat and gloves for nights near freezing.

What's on in April

Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.

First Day of Summer

The first Thursday after April 18

Icelanders celebrate "summer" with parades, often at around 5°C. Join them in a wool sweater and a sense of humour.

Puffins return

Late April

Puffins arrive on the cliffs at Látrabjarg and the Westman Islands. The clifftops are windy, so wear a windproof shell and a hat.

April packing essentials

Your April outfit list

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Dress code

  • Layering is everything: thermal base, fleece or wool mid-layer, waterproof and windproof shell.
  • Waterproof hiking boots with grip — paths are wet, icy or volcanic rock most of the year.
  • Swimsuit required for lagoons and pools, and you must shower naked before entering (public pools enforce this).

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Good weather elsewhere in April

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