Normal weather for Iceland in January
It's cold in January in Iceland with an average temperature of -1°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -3°C to a high of 1°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -10°C and -5°C.
In January, there is an average of 125 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 35 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Iceland in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-1°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
1°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
-3°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
125 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 12 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
35 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
16 days | 8 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around -0°C during the day and nights dipping to about -6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around -1°C, with nights around -7°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around -1°C, while nighttime temps are about -7°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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Temperature records for Iceland in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Iceland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in January in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Iceland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Iceland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Iceland
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Iceland
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Be prepared for short days and icy nights. Although beautiful, it is not recommended for people who cannot stand very cold weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Iceland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
