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Gardur Weather in January

Gardur in January sees low daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 137 mm (5.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Gardur in January

Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain, averaging 137 mm (5.4 in) in total. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Gardur in January

Temperatures in Gardur in January top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to 1°C (34°F) overnight. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Gardur in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 20 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Gardur can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Gardur Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 20 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 12% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in January

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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 (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 Gardur 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Gardur in January

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

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

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