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Eskifjörður Weather in January

Eskifjörður in January sees very low temperatures, with highs around 2°C (36°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 172 mm (6.8 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Eskifjörður in January

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 18 days based on historical data, averaging 172 mm (6.8 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Eskifjörður in January

In January, expect very low temperatures in Eskifjörður, with highs of 2°C (36°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With lows of -5°C (23°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Eskifjörður. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Eskifjörður Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-5°C (23°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
172 mm (6.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Eskifjörður in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Eskifjörður in January

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

  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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