Stykkishólmur weather in January (West Iceland, Iceland)

Planning a trip to Stykkishólmur in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Stykkishólmur typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -1°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Stykkishólmur in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of snow/rainfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 24 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Stykkishólmur. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Stykkishólmur, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 124 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 24 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 14%  

Where to go in Iceland in January

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Stykkishólmur in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 5°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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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