Iceland in June at a glance
June is the month of light. On 1 June the sun rises in Reykjavík at 03:23 and sets at 23:30. By 15 June it sets at 23:59 and rises at 02:57. The summer solstice fell on 21 June in 2026.
June suits first-time visitors who want long days, whale and puffin trips and the first chance at the interior. It does not suit anyone chasing the northern lights, because the sky does not get dark enough.
June weather in Iceland
Typical averages for 1991 to 2020 at two stations, rounded. Real Junes vary, and weather can change within a day.
| Station | Daily high | Daily low | Monthly mean | Rain per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reykjavík | 13 °C (55 °F) | 7 °C (45 °F) | 10 °C (50 °F) | about 43 mm |
| Akureyri | 14 °C (57 °F) | 7 °C (44 °F) | 10 °C (49 °F) | about 21 mm |
June is the driest typical month of the year in Reykjavík, and Akureyri gets only about half as much rain as the capital. That does not mean dry days are guaranteed. Bring a rain jacket, a warm layer and a sleep mask for the bright nights. Compare June with other months on Iceland weather by month.
Our picks for June
A midnight sun whale cruise, a puffin boat trip and the Golden Circle.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Golden Circle full-day tour with Kerið crater
A guide and an air-conditioned bus for seven to eight and a half hours. Food and drinks are extra, and Kerið is skipped on departures from noon.
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One-hour puffin boat trip from Reykjavík
A boat trip with a guide and binoculars, and the operator promises a puffin sighting. Transfers, food and drinks are extra, and weather cancellations are refunded.
Check availability →Midnight sun whale watching from Reykjavík
Warm overalls, a guide, Wi-Fi and a live troubadour performance are included; refreshments are extra. The tour runs in the summer months.
Check availability →Tours that suit June in Iceland
Midnight sun trips, whale and puffin cruises, highland days and glacier walks, with live prices and availability.
Midnight sun in June
The term needs care. In Reykjavík the sun goes below the horizon for about three hours around the solstice, so you get a long, bright twilight and no endless day. Continuous sun is a feature of Grímsey, an island on the Arctic Circle. A tourism source gives 7 June to 7 July for it.
Grímsey is reached by ferry from Dalvík in about three hours or by flight from Akureyri in about 30 minutes. Timetables change by season, so check the current schedule before you plan around a day trip. The wider story, with what to do at night, is on our midnight sun page.
The highlands in June
Highland roads open one at a time, depending on snow. Past dates are no promise for 2026. These are the 2025 openings and the earliest to latest dates in the records for 2021 to 2025.
| Road | Opened in 2025 | Earliest to latest, 2021 to 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| F208 Sigalda to Landmannalaugar | 23 May | 23 May to 23 June |
| F225 Landmannaleið | 11 June | 9 June to 24 June |
| F206 Lakagígar | 12 June | 12 June to 1 July |
| F208 Landmannalaugar to Eldgjá | 19 June | 16 June to 6 July |
So in the first half of June many roads are still closed. In the second half the first ones open. Only vehicles approved for the exact route may drive on F-roads, and leaving the road is forbidden. River crossings change with water level, and insurance may not cover them. If in doubt, turn around. Our road conditions guide covers the rules in detail.
Landmannalaugar in June
Reservation window
For 2026 an arrival reservation was required from 20 June to 13 September, for arrivals between 09:00 and 16:00. Booking opened on 1 April. Outside those hours the vehicle fee still applies.
Fees
The 2026 vehicle fee was 1,500 ISK for cars up to five seats and 2,450 ISK for six to nine seats. No separate child rate is listed. Changes were possible until one week before arrival.
Without a car
The 2026 highland bus ran from 13 June to 20 September. It left Reykjavík BSÍ at 07:00, reached Landmannalaugar at 11:30, left again at 15:45 and returned at 19:30. A booked parking spot or bus seat does not prove that the road is open, so check road status first.
Wildlife, pools and the coast
June is inside the puffin season, which runs from May to mid August. The classic puffin boat from Reykjavík sails between 20 April and 20 August and takes about an hour. Whale watching runs all year in Reykjavík, and the offer is bigger in summer.
The Blue Lagoon is open 08:00 to 22:00 from 1 to 14 June and 07:00 to 23:00 from 15 June. The Jökulsárlón boat tours run 09:00 to 19:00 from June to September. The boat operator refunds in full if you cancel at least 24 hours ahead. See our Blue Lagoon page and Jökulsárlón.
Crowds in June
June is the first of the three peak months. About 234,000 foreign passengers left Keflavík in June 2025, compared with 160,000 in May. July and August were higher still. These counts cover departures from the airport, not visitors at one site. Book rental cars, accommodation and popular tours early, especially for the Golden Circle and the south coast.
Previous month: Iceland in May. Next month: Iceland in July. The season overview is on Iceland in summer.
Iceland in June: frequently asked questions
Does the sun set in Iceland in June?
In Reykjavík, yes, for about three hours around the solstice. The result is a bright twilight. Continuous sun is a feature of Grímsey.
Can you see the northern lights in June?
No. The sky is too bright. The season runs from September, or late August, to April.
Are the highland roads open in June?
Some are, and some are not. Roads open one by one, and the dates differ each year. Check the national road administration before you go.
How warm is Iceland in June?
Typical daily highs are about 13 to 14 °C (55 to 57 °F), and typical lows about 7 °C (44 to 45 °F).
Is June busy?
It is the start of peak season. June has fewer travelers than July and August, but clearly more than May.