November falls outside Iceland's midnight sun period and inside the season when the northern lights can be seen.

Where November sits in the Icelandic year

Winter conditions in Iceland can also occur in spring and autumn, not only in the core winter months. Weather and road conditions in Iceland differ from what most visitors are used to and can change fast.

The festivals that fill the month

Iceland Airwaves is held in November every year in Reykjavik. Visit Reykjavik lists Iceland Airwaves, Unglist and the Reykjavik Dance Festival among its November festivals and events.

Visit Reykjavik describes Unglist as a young people's art festival and a platform for young artists, writers, musicians, dancers and designers. Iceland Airwaves is a multi-genre music festival that takes place across a number of venues in Reykjavik. All its official venues are indoors and within walking distance of one another.

Nights out when it gets dark early

Reykjavik's nightlife is concentrated in the compact downtown area. Most bars and venues there are within walking distance of one another.

The concert hall on the waterfront

Harpa is a concert hall on the Reykjavik waterfront that hosts music performances.

Getting around the city

Keflavik Airport is on the Reykjanes peninsula, outside Reykjavik. Keflavik Airport tells passengers to take the bus to and from the airport with Flybus and recommends booking tickets in advance.

Regular Straeto public transport buses run between the capital area and Keflavik Airport. Straeto fares are paid using the Klappid mobile application, by contactless payment, or with a Klapp card or keychain.

Northern lights from a city base

The Icelandic Meteorological Office publishes an aurora forecast for Iceland. Use the Aurora Forecast to help plan your trip.

Checking the daylight before you plan a day

November falls outside Iceland's midnight sun period and inside the northern lights season. Use the Daylight Calculator to help plan your trip.

Comparing Reykjavik tours in November

You can compare Reykjavik tours to see the current options.