Best time to visit Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands’ weather is notoriously changeable – you can experience strong sunshine, fierce winds and thundering rain, all within the space of a few short hours.
They say that the Faroes can experience all four seasons in one day, and if you’re visiting you’ll need to make sure you’re well prepared for any eventuality. Though it doesn’t snow that often or that heavily, the islands are rainy, cloudy and often battered by ferocious winds, thanks to their exposed position. The best time overall to visit the Faroes has to be during the summer months of May to August, when the evenings are light and the weather is at its most stable; when wildflowers bloom in the valleys and thousands of birds nest along the sheer cliffs.
The Faroe Islands, month by month
Tórshavn Weather Chart
MIN °C
MAX °C
RAIN (mm)
JAN
1
5
165
FEB
1
5
119
MAR
1
5
144
APR
2
7
98
MAY
4
9
75
JUN
7
11
72
JUL
8
12
86
AUG
8
12
93
SEP
7
11
153
OCT
5
9
187
NOV
2
6
158
DEC
1
5
171
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Michael Voss, from our supplier Regent Vacations:
“My favourites include Mykines Island and the Vestmanna bird cliffs for spectacular views and bird watching, the villages of Saksun and Tjørnuvik on the island of Streymoy for picturesque and historical places and the island of Nólsoy, a 20-minute ferry ride from the capital Tórshavn, for an (even) slower pace of life - if you stay there overnight you can see Europe’s largest colony of storm petrels.
“My favourites include Mykines Island and the Vestmanna bird cliffs for spectacular views and bird watching, the villages of Saksun and Tjørnuvik on the island of Streymoy for picturesque and historical places and the island of Nólsoy, a 20-minute ferry ride from the capital Tórshavn, for an (even) slower pace of life - if you stay there overnight you can see Europe’s largest colony of storm petrels.
Costs
Michael Voss from Regent Vacations:“The Faroe Islands is roughly on par with Scandinavian countries and Iceland so costs for eating out, particularly in better restaurants, and alcoholic drinks are probably about a third more expensive than in the UK. In general public transport on buses and ferries is very good value and convenient, as is helicopter travel between the islands (which also provides spectacular views). To keep costs down you can stay in guesthouses with shared facilities, and there are also a number of B&Bs and hostels for the budget conscious. In terms of food many hotels and restaurants offer buffets in the evening, and most towns and villages have cafes which are reasonable. If you’re driving, most petrol stations include a café selling good value burgers, hotdogs and sandwiches.”
When to go
Michael Voss from Regent Vacations:“Go between May and September when the weather is more reliable, and there are more cultural events such as outdoor concerts and mid-summer celebrations going on. Some museums are closed or have restricted opening hours outside of these months.”
Packing tips
Michael Voss from Regent Vacations:
“Be prepared for all weathers! Bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable light clothing in summer (especially if planning on walking), but be prepared for wind and rain which can arrive suddenly in short bursts. Warm jumpers and a waterproof jacket are essential year round, especially if taking boat trips such as to the Vestmanna bird cliffs or ferries between the islands (if you want to sit outside to see the views – which you should).”
“Be prepared for all weathers! Bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable light clothing in summer (especially if planning on walking), but be prepared for wind and rain which can arrive suddenly in short bursts. Warm jumpers and a waterproof jacket are essential year round, especially if taking boat trips such as to the Vestmanna bird cliffs or ferries between the islands (if you want to sit outside to see the views – which you should).”
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