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Umi Hotel, Iceland

Iceland / Volcanic Coast

Umi Hotel

Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

Wildist Research Verdict

Est. $380/nt(Jan)

Value peaks in January. You get prime northern lights without the summer crowds - or the August price tag.

Based on real-time price & weather data.

60-DAY FORECAST

Prices fluctuating. Some dates moving faster than others.

Iceland's south coast between black sand beaches and Eyjafjallajökull volcano, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the landscape. You're here to chase waterfalls at dawn and watch northern lights from the spa.

Access

2h Drive

Ideal Stay

2–3 Nights

Insider Tip

Book Late

Nature Windows

What you’ll see when

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Northern Lights
Katla Ice Cave
Thorsmork Hiking

What you’ll experience by season

Northern Lights

Sep–Apr

Year-round Constants

Black sand beaches, volcano views, sparse crowds.

Seasons

Winter centers on aurora; summer on midnight sun.

Price Patterns

Price by month

Feb Low

$309

Feb High

$611

$900
$720
$540
$360
$180
$0
Jan Pricing
Typical:$380
Best Found:$335
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Feb Pricing
Typical:$430
Best Found:$329
F
Mar Pricing
Typical:$437
Best Found:$310
M
Apr Pricing
Typical:$400
Best Found:$329
A
May Pricing
Typical:$515
Best Found:$373
M
Jun Pricing
Typical:$658
Best Found:$591
J
Jul Pricing
Typical:$659
Best Found:$657
J
Aug Pricing
Typical:$773
Best Found:$657
A
Sep Pricing
Typical:$660
Best Found:$623
S
Oct Pricing
Typical:$457
Best Found:$384
O
Nov Pricing
Typical:$396
Best Found:$362
N
Dec Pricing
Typical:$451
Best Found:$362
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Data Source: Annualized Historical Average

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SEASONAL PATTERNS

Climate & Weather

Clearest

Dec

75.0% lowest cloud cover

Avg High

0°

Annual average

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Avg High
Jan
High38°
Rain14.79"
Daylight5.8h
J
Feb
High39°
Rain16"
Daylight8.7h
F
Mar
High39°
Rain14.67"
Daylight11.8h
M
Apr
High44°
Rain11.95"
Daylight15.1h
A
May★ Comfort Pick
High48°
Rain9.29"
Daylight18.2h
M
Jun★ Comfort Pick
High54°
Rain9.13"
Daylight20.4h
J
Jul★ Comfort Pick
High58°
Rain7.15"
Daylight19.2h
J
Aug★ Comfort Pick
High57°
Rain11.85"
Daylight16.2h
A
Sep★ Comfort Pick
High52°
Rain18.1"
Daylight13h
S
Oct
High46°
Rain10.81"
Daylight9.8h
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Nov
High42°
Rain12.59"
Daylight6.7h
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Dec
High37°
Rain11.57"
Daylight4.7h
D

Most guests find May–Sep the most comfortable for outdoor activity.

Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall

Best Balance

May

Ideal mix of temp & rain

Sweat Index

Jul

58°F High (Peak)

Chill Factor

Dec

29°F Low (Pack layers)

Wettest

Sep

18.1" rain (Peak)

Logistics

Field notes

Getting There

2.5h drive from KEF

Route 1 is easy in a standard car. Only rent a 4x4 if accessing the Highlands.

The Playbook

Last Minute Trips

Rates can drop by ~40% in the final 30 days before checkin. Great hotel for spontaneous trips.

Good to Know

Middle of Nowhere

Epic but empty landscape. Dining is sparse - book the hotel restaurant in advance.

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Best Time to Visit Umi Hotel

The best time to visit Umi Hotel is May through July, when the endless daylight maximizes your time to explore. This is the ideal window for exploring the Katla Ice Cave and hiking the Thorsmork trails.

While these months offer the best weather, they also come with peak rates. For our favorite month to visit (balancing price with weather and activities), see the Wildist Verdict.

What is the weather like at Umi Hotel?

Temperatures at Umi Hotel typically range from an average low of 29°F in December to a high of 58°F in July. The wettest month is September, which sees an average of 18.1" of rain.

Umi Hotel Prices by Month

Rates at Umi Hotel typically range from $380 to $773. Pricing peaks in August, while January offers the lowest rates.

Average Nightly Rates
  • January $380
  • February $430
  • March $437
  • April $400
  • May $515
  • June $658
  • July $659
  • August $773
  • September $660
  • October $457
  • November $396
  • December $451