Can you go in the Blue Lagoon in January?

Can you swim in Blue Lagoon in January? You can swim in the Blue Lagoon in January; the weather may be very cold, but the water is incredibly warming, making the spa experience much more relaxing and fulfilling than the warmer summer months. The complex is open all months of the year.



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What month is best to go to the Blue Lagoon? I'd say that the winter months are best for the blue lagoon – there's something so special about dunking into a warm pool when the weather conditions are frigid! Just try to visit during sunset so you can enjoy the light and dark.

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Despite how snowy and cold it is, you won't freeze your butt off at The Blue Lagoon. We went in January, which is one of the coldest months of the year, and the lagoon was the perfect place to warm up. Remember, the water is almost 40 degrees all year round, so while the air might be cold, the water is not.

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Yes, though it's less likely as the Blue Lagoon typically closes in the late evening during the winter and early spring, which is often too early to see the northern lights.

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Comfort tickets at the Blue Lagoon cost $62 USD. Comfort tickets include entrance to the Blue Lagoon, silica mud mask, use of towel (you can also bring your own towel), and a drink of your choice free of charge. Premium tickets at the Blue Lagoon cost $79 USD.

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My best advice for what to wear in Iceland in winter is this: dress in LAYERS, ideally WOOL, and always wear a WINDPROOF and WATERPROOF outer layer. Dressing in layers gives you a lot of flexibility for any weather conditions.

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You can visit the Blue Lagoon and most of Iceland's more accessible hot springs year-round. That said, the best time to visit the Blue Lagoon is during May and September when the temperatures are still warm but it's a bit quieter.

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On average, we would say that it is absolutely enough to allow yourself two hours for the Blue Lagoon. However, the time every traveler needs for visiting the Blue Lagoon is highly individual.

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Depending on whether or not you want to dine at the Blue Lagoon and how many spa treatments you want to experience, you should stay for between two and four hours. There is actually a luxurious hotel onsite too, so it is possible to stay overnight to truly indulge.

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Summary to Plan Your Visit to the Blue Lagoon Spa First, if you want to save money, take an evening ticket and book well in advance. It can save you 50% on your ticket price. Second, especially for women, use lots of hair conditioner. The geothermal water can damage your hair, and the conditioner prevents this.

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There are plenty of other thermal pools and hot springs to explore in Iceland, like the Sky Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Myvatn Nature Baths, and many more. But if you've only got a few days in Iceland or want to visit several of the pools Iceland has to offer, Blue Lagoon can easily be worth the cost and hype.

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Yes, you can wear jeans in Iceland. The summer and shoulder seasons are especially good times to travel in your most comfortable pair. If you plan to go on an adventurous excursion, we recommend wearing the appropriate, activewear clothing.

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