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Person standing behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland at sunset, silhouetted with arms raised as water cascades down in golden light.

May is when Iceland comes to life, longer days, flowing waterfalls, returning wildlife, and the freedom to explore before the peak summer season begins. Photo: Ragnar Th. Sigurdsson / Arctic Images

Your Honest Guide to Visiting Iceland in May