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Even though the weather is mostly cold with high humidity all year round, the best time to visit the Faroe Islands is from May to September. Late spring and early summer bring longer days, wildflowers, and Atlantic puffins. Warm and humid August sees the largest tourist crowds, so book a room in advance. Being less crowded and cheaper, autumn and winter months usually experience wind and freezing cold—great days for those in search of pleasure to be buffeted by rain and blast while being on your own and exploring the nature. December through February can be unbearably cold with days getting shorter, but this is when the northern lights will cheer your heart.

23 things to do in Faroe Islands

New Year Celebrations in Vágur

December 31–January 01 Event

The festivities involve throwing torches on the wooden boats, carrying flags, putting up the gates, and singing

Winter

November–March Weather

A tough time to live through, but also a ​perfect period for the thoughtful melancholy

Diving

late November –early March Activity

The Faroe Islands have their own underwater wonders. The plentitude of sea flora and fauna is an amazing sight, with the cleanest waters around

Grækarismessa: The Arrival of the Oystercatchers

March 12 Event

Welcome the arrival of the Oystercatcher, and perhaps you will find your fortune!

Seaman's Day or Sjómannadagur

June 4, 2023 Event

Since fishing industry on the Faroe Islands is its main business, it actually takes a whole weekend to show and tell about the seaman's life in Klaksvík

Tradition or Savagery? Grindadráp!

June–October Activity

The national hunting and eating of the pilot whales for many people may seem an oddity, but for Faroese this has been a long time tradition

Lake Sørvágsvatn

April–September Nature

The optical illusion makes it look like the lake is just hanging above the ocean. What could be a better setting for the largest lake of the Faroe Islands?

New Nordic Cuisine

late May–late August Food

Summer brings new seafood flavours: langoustines, crabs and whales

Northern Lights in the Faroe Islands

late September–early March Nature

See aurora borealis on Faroes in the gloomy winter days to omit touristic seasons and witness the best views

Summer

June–August Weather

The Faroese summer does not look too summerly. But the crowds of tourists which arrive in big numbers will let you know the season has started

Rowing Competitions or Kappróður

June 1–July 28, 2024 Event

Wooden boat racing competition—a little bit of sporting excitment

Migrant Birds

May–mid-August Nature

Go see the most amazing birds in the world and surround yourself with the very distinct sounds of their songs

The Taste of the Fat Bird

late August Food

Too fat to fly, but tasty to fry

Olavsoka

June 28–June 30 Event

Olavsoka is a traditional festival that cherishes unity and connectedness of everyone living on the same ground: no matter who you are and where you are you can't miss the feeling of togetherness with this​ little nation!

Múlafossur Waterfall

Fall & Spring Nature

There isn't a patch on this waterfall in all of the Faroe Islands

Kallur Lighthouse

April–October Nature

A picturesque place in the Faroe Islands, captivating with its chilly northern beauty

Slættaratindur

all year round Nature

Experience an incredible ascent to the highest mountain of the Faroe Islands, or simply enjoy its view from a distance

Cape Enniberg

April–October Nature

Visit The world's tallest vertical sea cliff to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Faroe Islands

Eiði and Risin og Kellingin Sea Stacks

all year round Nature

The two sea stacks of basalt formations are fascinating not only for their landscape but also for their legend

Tjørnuvík

all year round Nature

The northernmost village on the Streymoy Island and one of the oldest villages in the Faroe Islands

Tindhólmur

all year round Nature

A unique island, one side of which is covered with lush green hills, while the other consists of sheer basalt cliffs

Lake Sørvágsvatn (Lake Leitisvatn)

all year round Nature

The largest lake in the Faroe Islands with an optical illusion

G! Festival

July 17–19, 2025 Event

Experience an exceptional music festival in the unforgettable location of the Faroe Islands

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