Weather in IJsland in januari
Country-wide climate normals across 15 cities in IJsland.
How Hot Is IJsland in januari?
Winter touches all of IJsland uniformly: typical 1°C highs from Ísafjörður to Vestmannaeyjar.
Sunshine in IJsland in januari
IJsland sees limited sun in January: just 0.8h a day in Reykjavík, with heavy cloud cover common across most regions. Daylight runs from 10:50 am to 4:20 pm, but persistent grey skies and overcast stretches mean direct sunlight is genuinely scarce. Many days pass without any prolonged sunny spells.
Does It Rain In IJsland In januari?
IJsland's January is wet across most regions: 153mm in Reykjavík across 19 days, with rain falling on most days of the month. Coastal and highland regions can see significantly more, while interior regions may stay slightly drier. Sunny stretches are brief and uncommon.
Is IJsland Humid In januari?
Heavy oppressive humidity covers IJsland in January: 78% on average in Reykjavík, and similar saturating conditions exist nationwide. The air feels thick and heavy from sunrise to sundown, with little overnight respite. Coastal and tropical regions feel especially stifling.
Wind In IJsland In januari
Breezy conditions cover IJsland's January: Reykjavík sits at 31 kph on average, with the country as a whole feeling windy through the day. Afternoon winds pick up across most cities, and coastal regions often run significantly higher.
Does It Snow In IJsland In januari?
Regular snowfall covers IJsland in January: 6.6 snow days in Reykjavík, with higher elevations and northern regions seeing even more. Plan around plowed roads and chained tires in mountain regions; lowland cities see lighter accumulation but still regular snow events.
Cloud Cover In IJsland In januari
IJsland's January is dominated by overcast skies: Reykjavík averages 77% cloud cover, with similar grey persistence across the country. Days feel dim and soft-lit, with little break in the cloud deck.