Best Time to Visit Faroe Islands
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Faroe Islands.
Faroe Islands does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (11°C / 51.8°F) and May (60 mm / 2.4 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers February–September, while the wetter half runs through October–January. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 3°C / 37.4°F in February to 11°C / 51.8°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 60 mm / 2.4 in (May) to 150 mm / 5.9 in (November). Faroe Islands's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Faroe Islands can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 9.5°C49.1°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 11°C51.8°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| May | 7.5°C45.5°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
No month in Faroe Islands fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Faroe Islands?
Faroe Islands doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on May (driest, ~60 mm / 2.4 in) and July (warmest, 11°C / 51.8°F). Regional variation within Faroe Islands can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Faroe Islands?
The rainy season in Faroe Islands runs through October–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 120 mm / 4.7 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 150 mm / 5.9 in.
What is the dry season in Faroe Islands?
The drier half of the year in Faroe Islands covers February–September, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 120 mm / 4.7 in. The driest single month is May with about 60 mm / 2.4 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Faroe Islands?
The least comfortable months for travel in Faroe Islands — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are Faroe Islands's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 150 mm / 5.9 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 3°C / 37.4°F in February.
Is there a shoulder season in Faroe Islands?
Shoulder-season months in Faroe Islands — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.