Grundarfjordur weather in January (West Iceland, Iceland)

What kind of weather does January bring to Grundarfjordur? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Grundarfjordur includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 4°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -0°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Precipitation

Grundarfjordur in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 24 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Grundarfjordur. June, July and August typically offer 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 Grundarfjordur climate page with graphs.

 

Grundarfjordur, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 24 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 14% *  

Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (30 KM, 19 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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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