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Garðabær in January sees low daytime temperatures of 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows of -3°C (27°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 138 mm (5.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Garðabær. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Garðabær - and find the best time to visit.
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Garðabær typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Nights are very cold, with lows around -2°C (28°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Garðabær spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Garðabær between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Iceland in January →
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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Garðabær in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. The water temperature sits at about 6°C (43°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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