What to wear in Iceland in September: Tips from a local

[@eli_mb97]

Going end of Oct. Will wear layers whilst out and about/hiking. Would a baselayer be needed when only going to a restaurant?

[@TheRealJBMcMunn]

And if you do go into a restaurant while wearing layers, how do you not overheat? Start peeling off clothes? I can't picture eating while wearing thermal underwear, heavy socks, boots, a sweater, and outer shells on my torso and legs. I think I might wait until I get there, go to a local shop, and rent stuff. I live in Houston. I don't need cold weather gear as a possible one-time purchase. Those items aren't cheap, especially when you get into Gore-Tex and merino wool.

[@icelandcover]

Hello! When you’re in the city you won’t need a lot of layers. If you’re wearing a parka then all you’ll need is basic clothes underneath. Unless you plan on walking around a lot. Then thermals might be a good choice so you don’t have to take off all the clothing when going into stores. But you don’t have to over think it when you’re in the city

[@icelandcover]

Exactly. Which is why we recommend only wearing the parka. That way you can get away with wearing only 1 layer underneath. A sweater or thermals. Just take off the parka and you’re good to go!

[@camrampy849]

coming in sept 2024, what is the weather shaping ups like?

[@icelandcover]

Hard to say as always. However this summer has been pretty bad. Cold, cloudy and windy. So we see no reason why September should be any different. However, you never know! Just prepare for the worst and hope for the best!

[@justrandom222]

Thank you! This was very helpful!

[@icelandcover]

Glad we could help!

[@BantuAzania]

Thank you.

[@icelandcover]

Happy to help!

[@daydream25us]

Thanks for the tips. Do jeans still fit in some areas for Aug/Sept or no?

[@icelandcover]

Yes of course! But we don’t recommend that you go on your daily excursions wearing just jeans. They are not the best when they get wet and they don’t keep you warm

[@icelandcover]

Thermal underwear +outer layers =good times in Iceland

[@Stormelaine]

What outdoor pants do you recommend? Like waterproof?

[@icelandcover]

It depends on the brand. But Gore-tex or similar is always a good starting point! Just make sure that they breathe!

[@trueblueguy88]

100th like! You are welcome 😊

[@icelandcover]

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