How To Handle The Winter Of Iceland

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How To Handle The Winter Of Iceland Whenever you disclose your plans to visit Iceland during the winter, some people will warn you about the cold while others will remind you that it’ll be dark 24/7 for six months. Indeed, visiting Iceland during the winter requires proper preparation.

Iceland is a misnomer for the country. The winters in Iceland aren’t as cold as most people believe. In reality, the northeastern regions of the US and Canada are colder than Iceland during the winter. Nevertheless, winter in Iceland comes with an exclusive set of challenges. The cold remains from mid-October to April. So, what makes Icelandic winters tolerable? The warmth of the Gulfstream, combined with proper preparation will allow you to enjoy your trip to Iceland in the winter. While the length of the days gets short in winter, you won’t encounter a darkness that remains twenty-four hours. The darkness aggravates the cold, but you’ll forget it amid all the festivals that take place in this country during the winter. Here you will learn how to prepare yourself to face the cold. Keep tabs on the wind, ice, and rain Icelandic winter isn’t about subzero temperatures. It’s about the whipping wind and rain that you may encounter during Iceland Tours in winter. The weather in this country is entirely unpredictable. A sunny day can change into a storm within moments. Icelanders are aware of this


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