Easter snowstorm is a normal thing in Iceland and is called "Páskahret."

"Páskahret" is an Icelandic word that describes snowfall that occurs at Easter after a period of warmth at the end of winter. It is a normal thing that happens in Iceland every year. Sometimes the event happens shortly before Easter and sometimes just after Easter. Some meteorologists believe that the weather tends to get worse at this time of year because warming causes sea ice far to the north to break up in the ocean. It then starts to drift south, and with it comes colder air, which has this effect. In fact, many believe that the snowstorms or cooling of the weather after winter until summer arrives are usually seven in number. These coolings are often called "vorhret," or spring snowstorms.

This year, there is no difference. The winter was actually quite nice and then, just a few days before Easter, the weather worsened and left a lot of snow on the ground.

Páskahret and a vehicle from Season Tours

Snow in Iceland during Easter

Snowy spruce trees

The pictures are from the "Páskahret" a few days ago.

Fun fact:

The Vikings only had two seasons, winter and summer. No spring and autumn.