5 Reasons to Visit Iceland in the Summer Caitlin Overend February 6, 2018 Puffins and hot springs and sun, oh my! There’s no wrong time to visit Iceland, but there’s just something magical about being able to watch the sunset at 12 am and then rise just 3 hours later. And with the warm weather comes infinite opportunities for hiking, swimming, and practicing photography without having to worry about your fingers freezing.