May in Iceland | ULTIMATE travel guide
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- čas přidán 10. 04. 2019
- Everything you need to know about planning a May trip to Iceland. Things to do, weather conditions, daylight hours, events and festivals, and more! In this video, I want to make sure you are aware of the areas that are accessible and not during this "spring" month.
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My tips:
1 Do not trespass (we do not want tourist on private property)
2 Only walk on marked paths (Local fauna and flora is more important than your Instagram feed)
3 If you absolutely have to hitchhike, do not walk onto the road to stop cars
4 only stop your car in intended areas, not on the main road.
5 Drive according to the speed limit.
6 Respect signs.
7 There is plenty of bathrooms at almost every attraction - use them.
8 You can fill up water everywhere, so do not buy too many plastic bottles!
9 Do not litter
10 Shower before entering public pools
These rules must apply everywhere and everyone must respect them... I come from Croatia and almost every day I have arguments with tourists about the same things.
And the most important rule: if you don't respect the country you go to, stay at home and watch CZcams or National Geography, it's not only my country, it's our planet, our mother earth, and we all have to protect it wherever we go.
Peace and love :)
My wife and I will be in Iceland May20-June1! we are so exited. Thank you for all the valuable information you provide!
Happy I could help Steve!
how was the experience
I‘m going to study in Iceland the upcoming summer semester and you’re videos have been so helpful! Thank you so much!
I’ve been waiting for this video!!! Leaving May 5th!
I was just there. Can't wait to post more pics 👌🏽 your advise was so, so, so clutch. Thank you!!!
Thanks for the information. I’m going to be in Iceland in May and I can’t wait.
I completely forgot to thank you for my first trip! And I'm so happy I found your channel again for my second trip. You were so helpful when I did a New Years Trip! I'll be there in May.
We will be also there in Mey 👍📸💥
Yippee! May 22nd to June 3rd for my first Iceland experience! Can’t wait!
Exactly when we are going 2024
i have already booked my holiday in May before watching this video so i am so pleased about everything you said.
We are also in Iceland from 1.5 to 16.5 👍👍👍👍📸📸📸📸📸📸 Wuhuuuu
@@JonackFilm us too. 12.5 to 15.5
Thanks for the awesome channel! We are headed to Iceland in May (as long as it's OK and safe to do so) and this is perfect.
Us too going May 6
Excellent video, right on time.Reaching on May 14 till the 22nd.Will definitely carry eyemask. Thanks a lot for all the useful info.Regards.
Happy to help Ajay!
We''re leaving in a month, great to know we won't have any driving issues since we're skipping the highlands
Great video! Thanks for the info! 😁
Ahhhhh!! May! Such good memories! 😍 And that dang eye mask 😂😂 I felt so ridiculous wearing it, but it was definitely a necessity.
Yes absolutely! Any plans to return for another trip? ;)
@@IcelandwithaView Not anytime soon, but will certainly be coming back when I'm able! Love that place!
good thing today that I booked for the first of May till the 15 th of it .. thank you
well , this worth sub, going there on 2-maj, cant wait !
first time viewer. like the way your present the information. wish it was longer. :)
how is the weather in the north cities in May. thanks
Just got back and your videos really helped BUT take short sleeve shirts! Was (hot) when we were there and never used most of my suitcase. Don’t just bring cold weather gear. Agree with you DO NOT skip Blue Lagoon! Was amazing. Also didn’t use my sleep mask as the hotels had fantastic blackout curtains. Want to go back. Loved the people, hot dogs and did and tried almost everything you recommended. Thanks a bunch!
You.Are.Awesome!
Perfect timing I’ll be there the 8th
..i willl go there..soon..i love your country.thank u
Leaving May 10th! 🛫
Can i ask where was filmed the lupines part ? I love the combo of the lake, flower ans Mountains 😍
I'm planning on coming when I can but will almost certainly be on my own. I have a visual impairment so things may be a little more difficult for me but hope to enjoy Iceland all the same. I would like to try and visit golden/diamond circle, Husavik, Reyjavik, bridge between continents and more. I'd also like to see northern lights. Can I do this all at the same time as I know winter is best for the lights? Thanks
OMG our 2nd trip to Iceland was also beginning of December. It was sort of warmish, being from Texas we wanted to throw our parkas away!! We were burning up! :) Now with WOW airlines being gone, I wonder how that affects the tourism? Is May a super touristy month do you think?
Any tips for solo travelers? Love your videos
Eric Kirkland definitely purchase Jeannie’s course! Made my solo travel last May an absolutely unforgettable experience! 🙌🏼💯
Hi Jeannie. I am watching your videos considering a trip to Iceland in May or June next year and I love them. What is your experience with midges during these months.
I would definitely suggest getting a bug net! They're pretty cheap and super helpful if you come across an infested area!
@@IcelandwithaView We'll do that. What are the most infested areas in May?
Aaahhhh, perfect!! We‘re going on May 19th :D
I'm going May 5-11 and was hoping to take a thorsmok hiking tour and drive to see Gjain. Will this be possible you think? Thanks!:-)
How was it?
We're planning May 4-18th? Chances of snow storms/icy roads in the north? (Husavik, etc?). We're planning to go counter-clockwise. Will it be green yet?
We do the same with a camper Van 👍📸😶
Too fast at 4:55 no captions ahhh
First to comment. Thanks for the info
Thank you for the support!
What happen's during mother's day? Bad time to visit?
How much is the discount for?
Oooops you answered my question
I’m hearing contradictory things about the rain in May, I understand that the weather is fickle in Iceland, but can anyone let me know what’s the most rainy month and in May how many days of rain to expect on avg.? Planning a May 2024 trip.
I have a blog post on my website dedicated to the month of May, you can find it here: icelandwithaview.com/?s=May
@@IcelandwithaView thank you! This is super helpful.
We'll be visiting Iceland 13-19 May 2023 and will spend several days near Vic...We were looking at a loop road trip leaving 1 onto 208 to F208 to 26 and back to 1...you mention roads in the 'Highlands' will still be closed in May...on my map it looks like the 'Highlands' are in central Iceland, but you also mentioned, I think, Landmannalauger which is where one of the waterfalls we were going to hike (Ofaerufoss) is located (off F208)...Will our loop be doable in May? Truly appreciate your wonderful videos and advice, you have been an indispensable part of our planning, THANK YOU!!
Hi Jake! You will not be able to drive to Landmannalaugar nor on F208 in mid-May on your own. F-roads don't open until late May at the earliest. Consider booking a guided trip with Midgard Adventures to explore the highlands - they have the proper vehicles and experience to take you into the highlands before the roads open to the common traveler. Here is my video about Midgard: icelandwithaview.com/thorsmork-super-jeep-tour/
@@IcelandwithaView Thank You 😄for saving us a lot of needless planning...on Google Maps satellite view, F208 looks like it has some stream/river crossings that could be very exciting for us on our own...great video on Midgard and we will definitely check out their tours, and at the least, stop in for dinner and drinks! Perhaps we'll see you there!!
Dear Jake, hope you had an amazing trip in May! Me and my wife are planning our first trip to Iceland in May 2024, between 10 to 20th, will you please let me know of your experience weather wise. If it was too rainy or you managed to catch sunny days during this time. On an avg. how many hours of sun and rain did you experience through your stay? Would love to hear from you. Thanks!
Prasenjit...We had a fantastic time in Iceland in May 2023 and the weather did not impede any of our plans...we did have some rain (and wind), but the weather was predominantly overcast with several days of sunshine (we were there for one week)...the F-roads were still closed, but thanks to Iceland with a View, we did not plan any activities that would have taken us on the F-roads...In my view, Iceland is simply a wonderful place any time of year! Hope you have a great trip!
@@jakeblood33 thank you so much for the response! This is very heartening to hear, we are also planning about a week long trip and do intend to take it slow and hopefully come back again for the northern parts. Glad to know that you had a wonderful time there.
Is this realy a video in may (crowd in 5:26)? Thanks for your answer.
Hi Fabian! The point in the video that you reference is one of the most visited destinations in Iceland, Seljalandsfoss. All guided tours going to the South Coast stop at Seljalandsfoss and although May is considered to be off-peak, it can still get busy. I recommend visiting this waterfall in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds.
Am planjng to go to iceland in May a trip for Photography.. is power available on the camping grounds need power to charge my camera batteries
Hi Jorge! If you’re sleeping in a tent and you have a vehicle, then you’re going to have to make sure to charge those devices as you’re driving or some campsites also have electricity. You would have to pay more for that, but it is available for that. Another option is if the facility has a kitchen, then you can maybe use some of the outlets in the kitchen. Keep in mind that most campsites only have their facilities open from June to September.
What are my chances of seeing the aurora borealis from May 10th-May 24th?
Hi Francisco! The aurora is most often seen from September through April but it's still possible for your trip. As the days get longer and the nights are shorter, there is less opportunity for the sky to get dark enough to see the lights. For more info about how to hunt for the lights, check out my videos all about it: icelandwithaview.com/?s=northern+lights
@@IcelandwithaView thanks for your insight! Hope I’ll get lucky. Awesome channel
Would beginning of May be green and flowering?
May is BEAUTIFUL in Iceland!
@@IcelandwithaView How would you describe the weather in beginning of May? We are debating on if we should go beginning of May or beginning of June. It's a tough decision!
@@racheljacob3474 how was Iceland?
I have a layover/stop in Iceland for about 10 hours, where can I go? will I be able to leave airport?
A trip to Blue Lagoon would be perfect for you! There are bus transfers that will take you from the airport to Blue Lagoon but you'll need to figure out the logistics on how to get back to the airport. Blue Lagoon also has 3 dining opportunities to fill your belly. And, it's a perfect way to get refresh & relax before continuing on your journey. Just be sure you're back at the airport at a reasonable time, you'll need to go thru the whole check-in & security process.
@@IcelandwithaView Thank you!
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Eins gott að það er vor, er það ekki
Hey! Watched some of your vids before I visited Iceland! I vlogged about it on my channel, check it out and let me know what you think!