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Iceland in December

December is a good month to visit for Iceland.

The weather

Cold, darkest days, festive.

Ant's take

Ice caves, aurora and Reykjavík Christmas — limited touring hours.

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Iceland in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Iceland?
December is a good month to visit for Iceland. Cold, darkest days, festive. Ice caves, aurora and Reykjavík Christmas — limited touring hours.
What is the best time to visit Iceland?
AskAnt rates March, April, May, June, July, August, September as the best months for Iceland.