Akureyri weather in January (North Iceland, Iceland)
Can you expect sunny skies in Akureyri in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In January, Akureyri tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -0°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -6°C. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.
Precipitation
Akureyri in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 16 days days of snow.Average sunshine
This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 7 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Akureyri. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akureyri climate page with graphs.
Akureyri, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
-0°C
Water Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
123 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
7 hours
Percentage Sunshine
5%
Where to go in Iceland in January
Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Akureyri should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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