{"id":12833,"date":"2012-09-03T20:59:32","date_gmt":"2012-09-03T18:59:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/?p=12833"},"modified":"2026-08-23T07:59:26","modified_gmt":"2026-08-23T05:59:26","slug":"vad-packar-man-for-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing list for Iceland \u2013 what to bring?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ta_ads_container\" class=\"takeover-container has-clientside-condition loading run-count-0\" data-ttl=\"86400\"><div class=\"takeover-bar\"><a class=\"blog-logo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/\" title=\"FREEDOMtravel - Sweden&#039;s largest travel magazine - \" rel=\"home\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FREEDOMtravel-resemagasin.png\" alt=\"FREEDOMtravel - Sveriges mesta resemagasin\"><\/a><a class=\"home-link close-takeover\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/\">Go to FREEDOMtravel<\/a><\/div><div class=\"takeover-content\"><div class=\"label\">Advertisement<\/div><div id=\"freed-2413183475\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><div class=\"freed-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/se.adria-mobil.com\/husvagnar\/alpina\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"adria-freedom-computer-1920x900px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-1024x480.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-768x360.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-224x105.jpg 224w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-600x281.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-1536x720.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-18x8.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-433x203.jpg 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-dator-1920x900px-1200x563.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" width=\"1920\" height=\"900\"   \/><\/a><\/div><script>( window.advanced_ads_ready || jQuery( document ).ready ).call( null, function() {if( advads.get_cookie( \"advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709_timeout\" ) ) {if( advads.get_cookie( \"advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709\" ) ) {var advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709 = parseInt( advads.get_cookie( \"advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709\" ) ) + 1;} else { var advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709 = 1; }} else {var advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709 = 1;advads.set_cookie_sec(\"advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709_timeout\", \"true\", 86400 );}advads.set_cookie_sec(\"advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709\", advanced_ads_ad_impressions_317709, 86400 );});<\/script><\/div><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-skribent-helena-bergstrom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Writer: Helena Bergstr\u00f6m<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Updated: August 2026<\/em>&nbsp;| What to pack for a trip to Iceland? Icelandic weather is known for its ability to change quickly, and it&#039;s not always the temperature that&#039;s the biggest challenge. With wind, rain, and rapid weather changes, the right clothes can make a big difference.<\/p><div class=\"sharethis-buttons\"><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"twitter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/twitter.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Tweet<\/span><\/div><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"facebook\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/facebook.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Share<\/span><\/div><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"linkedin\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/linkedin.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Share<\/span><\/div><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"pinterest\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/pinterest.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Pin<\/span><\/div><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"reddit\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/reddit.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Share<\/span><\/div><div class=\"st-custom-button\" data-network=\"digg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platform-cdn.sharethis.com\/img\/digg.svg\"><span class=\"label\">Share<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have a special relationship with Iceland myself. The first time I came here, I lived for a whole year in Vestmannaeyjar as an exchange student and attended Icelandic high school. Since then, I have returned many times, during different seasons and on different types of trips. And if there is one thing I have learned, it is this: <em>Pack layers \u2013 and never underestimate the Icelandic wind.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ad7a2babf996\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ad7a2babf996\" checked aria-label=\"toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Vadret_pa_Island_kan_andras_snabbt\" >The weather in Iceland can change quickly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Packa_for_Island_%E2%80%93_snabbguide\" >Packing for Iceland \u2013 quick guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Lager_pa_lager_ar_bast_pa_Island\" >Layers upon layers are best in Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#En_vind-_och_vattentat_jacka_ar_nastan_ett_maste\" >A wind and waterproof jacket is almost a must<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Bra_skor_gor_stor_skillnad\" >Good shoes make a big difference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Mossa_och_vantar_ar_anvandbara_aven_utanfor_vintern\" >Hat and mittens are useful even outside of winter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Vad_ska_man_packa_till_Island_pa_sommaren\" >What to pack for Iceland in the summer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Vad_ska_man_packa_till_Island_pa_vintern\" >What to pack for Iceland in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Glom_inte_badkladerna\" >Don&#039;t forget your swimwear<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Packa_garna_for_stadsliv_ocksa\" >Feel free to pack for city life too<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Packlista_for_Island\" >Packing list for Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Vad_behover_man_inte_packa\" >What don&#039;t you need to pack?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Min_viktigaste_lardom_efter_manga_resor_till_Island\" >My most important lesson after many trips to Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Tips_pa_platser_att_besoka_pa_Island\" >Tips on places to visit in Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2012\/09\/vad-packar-man-for-island\/#Prenumerera_pa_vart_nyhetsbrev\" >Subscribe to our newsletter<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vadret_pa_Island_kan_andras_snabbt\"><\/span>The weather in Iceland can change quickly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iceland is located far north, but the climate is milder than you might imagine. The ocean and the North Atlantic Current play a major role in the climate, and along the coasts, winters are relatively mild. At the same time, different air masses meet over the country, which contributes to rapid weather changes, wind and precipitation.<\/p><div class=\"freed-grupp-i-blogginlagg freed-entity-placement\" id=\"freed-4079036446\"><div class=\"freed-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><div id=\"freed-slider-88752\" class=\"custom-slider freed-slider-2100494170 freed-slider\"><ul><li><div id=\"freed-2191628684\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/se.adria-mobil.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"adria-freedom-top-banner-588x158px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/adria-freedom-toppbanner-588x158px.gif\" alt=\"\"  width=\"588\" height=\"158\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/li><li><div id=\"freed-346863088\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ullbadden.se\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1.jpg 588w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1-300x81.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1-224x60.jpg 224w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1-18x5.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ullbadden_588x158_feb_2026-1-433x116.jpg 433w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 588px) 100vw, 588px\" width=\"588\" height=\"158\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><script>( window.advanced_ads_ready || jQuery( document ).ready ).call( null, function() {var $freedslider2100494170 = jQuery( \".freed-slider-2100494170\" );$freedslider2100494170.on( \"unslider.ready\", function() { jQuery( \"div.custom-slider ul li\" ).css( \"display\", \"block\" ); });$freedslider2100494170.unslider({ delay:4000, autoplay:true, nav:false, arrows:false, infinite:true });$freedslider2100494170.on(\"mouseover\", function() {$freedslider2100494170.unslider(\"stop\");}).on(\"mouseout\", function() {$freedslider2100494170.unslider(\"start\");});});<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means that the weather can change several times in the same day. Sunshine can be followed by rain and strong winds \u2013 and when the sun comes back a little later it feels like a completely different weather. That&#039;s why it&#039;s better to think in layers than trying to find one perfect jacket for Iceland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Island\" class=\"wp-image-47242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Island-4.jpg 1203w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Reykjavik on a rainy September day<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container faktaruta uagb-block-32589217 default uagb-is-root-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packa_for_Island_%E2%80%93_snabbguide\"><\/span>Packing for Iceland \u2013 quick guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dress in layers:<\/strong> Base layer, warming mid layer and wind and waterproof outer layer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jacket:<\/strong> A good wind and waterproof shell jacket is useful all year round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pants:<\/strong> Feel free to bring rain pants or water-resistant shell pants if you are going to be out in nature a lot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shoes:<\/strong> Sturdy and preferably waterproof hiking shoes or boots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hat and mittens:<\/strong> Good to have even in the summer \u2013 the wind can make it feel significantly colder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swimwear:<\/strong> A must if you want to swim in hot springs, geothermal baths or Icelandic indoor swimming pools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Towel:<\/strong> Practical for natural swimming, but not normally needed at larger spas where towels are available or can be rented.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunglasses and sun protection:<\/strong> The sun can be strong, especially during long summer days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Small backpack:<\/strong> Practical on excursions and hikes when you want to be able to take off or add layers of clothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water bottle:<\/strong> The tap water in Iceland is excellent to drink, so refill as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Umbrella:<\/strong> It can be left at home \u2013 in strong Icelandic winds, rainwear is much more useful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best tip:<\/strong> Pack for <em>wind and moisture, <\/em>not just by the temperature on the weather forecast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lager_pa_lager_ar_bast_pa_Island\"><\/span>Layers upon layers are best in Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good way to dress is with three layers:<\/p><div class=\"freed-grupp-i-blogginlagg-2 freed-entity-placement\" id=\"freed-1569785639\"><div class=\"freed-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><div id=\"freed-slider-88753\" class=\"custom-slider freed-slider-3369889249 freed-slider\"><ul><li><div id=\"freed-212491583\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elmia.se\/husvagn\/for-besokare\/biljetter\/?utm_source=freedomtravel&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=elmiahusvagn_kop_biljett_mars-sep\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"ElmiaHusvagnHusbil_2026_FREEDOMtravel_vi_ses_2027_588x158\"><img loading=\"lazy\" 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https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Demoutforsaljning-588-x-158-px--433x116.jpg 433w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 588px) 100vw, 588px\" width=\"588\" height=\"158\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><script>( window.advanced_ads_ready || jQuery( document ).ready ).call( null, function() {var $freedslider3369889249 = jQuery( \".freed-slider-3369889249\" );$freedslider3369889249.on( \"unslider.ready\", function() { jQuery( \"div.custom-slider ul li\" ).css( \"display\", \"block\" ); });$freedslider3369889249.unslider({ delay:4000, autoplay:true, nav:false, arrows:false, infinite:true });$freedslider3369889249.on(\"mouseover\", function() {$freedslider3369889249.unslider(\"stop\");}).on(\"mouseout\", function() {$freedslider3369889249.unslider(\"start\");});});<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Closest to the body:<\/strong> underwear or other clothing that wicks away moisture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Midlayer:<\/strong> fleece, wool sweater or other warm sweater.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outer layer:<\/strong> Wind and waterproof jacket, preferably with rain or shell pants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This makes it easy to take off and put on layers when the weather changes or when you switch between hiking, driving and other activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"En_vind-_och_vattentat_jacka_ar_nastan_ett_maste\"><\/span>A wind and waterproof jacket is almost a must<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If I could only choose one really important piece of clothing for Iceland, it would be a good shell jacket.<\/p><div class=\"freed-grupp-stora-banner freed-entity-placement\" id=\"freed-502802275\"><div class=\"freed-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><div id=\"freed-1713651368\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" 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When it&#039;s windy, it can come from the side \u2013 and then an umbrella isn&#039;t very useful. A jacket that can withstand both wind and rain is much better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rain pants or waterproof shell pants are also valuable, especially if you are going to be out in nature a lot.<\/p><div class=\"freed-grupp-stora-banners-i-blogginlagg-2 freed-entity-placement\" id=\"freed-1126311180\"><div class=\"freed-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><div id=\"freed-144835112\" class=\"method-missing not-front type-post not-theme-page\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/wifi.se\/produkt\/hybrid-traveller-portabel-5g-router-med-backup-batteri-i-over-6-timmar-usb\/\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"freedom\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/freedom.gif\" alt=\"\"  width=\"588\" height=\"288\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-134154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-433x243.jpg 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ridtur-pa-Island.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bra_skor_gor_stor_skillnad\"><\/span>Good shoes make a big difference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#039;t need hiking boots to go to a 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It&#039;s not much fun starting the next day&#039;s excursion in yesterday&#039;s soaked shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone size-large wp-image-60806\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Varm k\u00e4lla\" class=\"wp-image-60806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Varm-k\u00e4lla.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nice to warm your frozen hands in a warm stream!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mossa_och_vantar_ar_anvandbara_aven_utanfor_vintern\"><\/span>Hat and mittens are useful even outside of winter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of those things that&#039;s easy to forget when packing for a summer trip. 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For a typical summer trip I would pack approximately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shell jacket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rain or shell pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm sweater or fleece<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trousers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T-shirts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Underwear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water-resistant hiking shoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable shoes for the city<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thin gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimwear <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And yes \u2013 short sleeves can definitely come in handy. Sometimes Iceland surprises with really nice weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vad_ska_man_packa_till_Island_pa_vintern\"><\/span>What to pack for Iceland in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In winter, more warmth is needed, but the principle remains the same: layers and good protection from the elements. Pack warm base layers, insulating mid layers, winter jacket or warm layer under your shell jacket, warm water-resistant shoes, a hat and proper gloves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are going to photograph the northern lights, it is also good to keep in mind that you may be standing outdoors for quite a long time. This will require more heat than during a normal walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island-433x243.jpg 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helena-Island.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In Iceland, on a sunny and beautiful day in March<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glom_inte_badkladerna\"><\/span>Don&#039;t forget your swimwear<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swimwear is one of those things I <em>always <\/em>would pack a bag for Iceland \u2013 regardless of the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bathing in warm geothermal water while the air is cool is one of the great Icelandic experiences. This applies not only to famous spas like the Blue Lagoon but also to municipal swimming pools, smaller geothermal pools and various hot springs. For natural baths, a quick-drying towel can be handy. At larger spas, towels are usually available for rent or included depending on the ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1-433x244.jpg 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bl\u00e5-Lagunen-Island-2-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packa_garna_for_stadsliv_ocksa\"><\/span>Feel free to pack for city life too<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iceland isn&#039;t just about waterfalls, volcanoes and hiking. Especially if you&#039;re going to Reykjav\u00edk, it can be nice to have something that works for restaurant visits and nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#039;t need to dress up to the extreme, but Icelanders can be considerably more dressed up in restaurants and bars than you might expect after seeing all the fleece jackets and hiking boots during the day. A pair of casual shoes and a few pieces that work for both day and night will go a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Reykjavik-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container faktaruta uagb-block-d2003c89 default uagb-is-root-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packlista_for_Island\"><\/span>Packing list for Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Clothes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wind and waterproof jacket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rain or shell pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fleece or wool sweater<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Underwear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T-shirts and long-sleeved shirts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable long pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scarf or scarf<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimwear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some garments that work for city walks and restaurant nights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Shoes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water-resistant hiking shoes or boots for outdoor adventures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable shoes for city and travel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Practically<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Passport or national ID card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving license if you are going to rent a car<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile phone and charger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>power bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>camera<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small backpack for day trips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick-drying towel if you plan to swim in nature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vad_behover_man_inte_packa\"><\/span>What don&#039;t you need to pack?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The umbrella can stay at home.<\/em> Of course, there may be days when it works perfectly, but when the Icelandic weather really shows what it&#039;s capable of, a good rain jacket is much more useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And don&#039;t pack your entire wardrobe. With a few well-thought-out garments that can be combined in layers, you can handle a wide range of weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Min_viktigaste_lardom_efter_manga_resor_till_Island\"><\/span>My most important lesson after many trips to Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having both lived in Iceland and returned many times, I would say that the most common mistake is to blindly stare at the temperature. Iceland doesn&#039;t have to be particularly cold. <em>But it may feel cold.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A day with 8\u201310 degrees, rain and strong wind is something completely different from the same temperature on a calm autumn day back home in Sweden. At the same time, the sun can suddenly peek out and make you want to take off two layers. So my best packing tip is simple: good outerwear, good shoes and several thin layers. Then you will be ready when Iceland does what Iceland does best \u2013 changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-1024x669.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-1024x669.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-600x392.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss-433x283.jpg 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/Freedomtravel-Gullfoss.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_pa_platser_att_besoka_pa_Island\"><\/span>Tips on places to visit in Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many beautiful places to see and experience during a trip to Iceland. Here you will find tips and reports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2018\/10\/14-saker-att-se-och-gora-i-reykjavik\/\">Things to do in Reykjavik<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2019\/03\/gullfoss-pa-island-gyllene-cirkeln\/\">Gullfoss<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2019\/03\/gejsrar-pa-island-strokkur-och-geysir\/\">Strokkur and Geysir<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/2019\/03\/thingvellir-nationalpark-pa-island\/\">\u00deingvellir National Park<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/en\/restips\/europa\/norden\/island\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-220099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-224x126.png 224w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-433x244.png 433w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png-600x338.png 600w, https:\/\/www.freedomtravel.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Island-png.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All our top tips about Iceland. 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