Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon weather in January (Iceland)

How's the weather trend in Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon as January approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon tends to experience low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 3°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -2°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 286 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 19 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 25 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon climate page with graphs.

 

Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 286 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 25 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Höfn, Iceland (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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