When to go
Seasons, weather, festivals and crowds, month by month.
Iceland · When to go
Road and Weather Conditions in Iceland
Most of Iceland's main roads stay open year-round, but storms, snow, meltwater, and river crossings can close sections with little notice.
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Japan · When to go
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
Cherry blossoms, called sakura in Japanese, open from late winter in the south to late spring in the north.
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Iceland · When to go
Best Time to Visit Iceland
Reykjavík gets 4 to 5 hours of daylight in December and 20 to 21 hours in June, so the season you choose determines what you can do.
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Portugal · When to go
Best Time to Visit Portugal
For most independent travelers, late spring (May and June) and early autumn (September and the first half of October) are the best times to visit Portugal.
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Sweden · When to go
Best Time to Visit Sweden
Sweden runs from Skåne in the south to Lapland, above the Arctic Circle, so the best month depends on what you want: long daylight, mountain hut access, northern lights, or lower prices.
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Japan · When to go
Best Time to Visit Japan
For most independent travelers, the best months to visit Japan are late March through May and November.
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Italy · When to go
Best Time to Visit Italy
For most independent travelers, the best times to visit Italy are spring (April to early June) and early autumn (September to mid-October).
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Spain · When to go
Best Time to Visit Spain
For most trips to mainland Spain, May and June and September and October are the best months.
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