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Borgarey

Island

Tiny Westfjords island with seabird colonies; birdwatchers and boaters visit seasonally, often as part of wider Westfjords coastal trips.

Borgarey ÍsafjörðurDynjandiLátrabjargHornbjargVigurFlatey, BreiðafjörðurÆðeyBorgarey

Borgarey essentials

Country: Iceland
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krona (kr)
Language: Icelandic

Borgarey at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Borgarey

Borgarey is a small islet in the Westfjords; summer is the most practical time to visit via boat.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Calmest seas and peak accessibility for Westfjords islets.
Shoulder seasons
May & September · 2-10°C
Fewer visitors but more changeable weather.

Weather & Climate near Borgarey

Climate

Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -4°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (673 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 15 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -4° - 2° -7° 68 mm overcast 93% 5.9 m/s 0.0 low 4.4h
February Poor -4° - 2° -7° 57 mm overcast 92% 5.7 m/s 0.0 low 8.0h
March Poor -4° - 2° -7° 57 mm overcast 92% 5.6 m/s 0.1 low 11.5h
April Poor -1° - 4° -4° 39 mm overcast 91% 5.2 m/s 0.4 low 15.0h
May Poor 2° - 7° 1° 34 mm overcast 88% 4.7 m/s 0.8 moderate 18.6h
June Acceptable 5° - 10° 5° 36 mm overcast 87% 4.6 m/s 1.1 high 21.3h
July Acceptable 7° - 12° 7° 43 mm overcast 89% 4.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 19.8h
August Acceptable 7° - 12° 7° 55 mm overcast 90% 4.2 m/s 0.6 moderate 16.3h
September Acceptable 4° - 9° 3° 70 mm overcast 91% 5.1 m/s 0.3 low 12.8h
October Poor 1° - 6° -1° 81 mm overcast 92% 5.3 m/s 0.1 low 9.3h
November Poor -1° - 4° -4° 73 mm overcast 92% 5.6 m/s 0.0 low 5.7h
December Poor -3° - 2° -6° 60 mm overcast 92% 5.7 m/s 0.0 low 2.8h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Borgarey

Borgarey is reached by boat from nearby Westfjord communities. Local charter operators or fishing skippers can arrange short visits in summer; check weather and sea conditions before planning a trip.

Tips for Visiting Borgarey

  • Bring layers: Westfjords weather changes fast and a sunny morning can turn windy by noon.
  • If hiking the small island, pack a lightweight waterproof as the wind off the fiord can be persistent.
  • Watch for seals and sea birds on the rocks around the islet.