When is the best time to dive in Iceland?

The best months to dive in Iceland are January, February, March when conditions are at their peak.

What is the water temperature in Iceland for diving?

Water temperatures in Iceland range from 3.7°C to 12.2°C depending on the time of year.

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January

Good

3.9°C

February

Good

3.7°C

March

Good

4.4°C

Month	Temp (°C)	Visibility (m)	Wave Height	Current	Rating
JanuaryPeak	3.9°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
FebruaryPeak	3.7°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
MarchPeak	4.4°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
April	5.9°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
May	7.8°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
June	10.1°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
July	11.8°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
August	12.2°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
September	10.5°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
October	8°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
November	6.1°C	-	-	Gentle	Good
December	4.6°C	-	-	Gentle	Good

April, May, June offer good diving conditions with fewer crowds and often lower prices.