Hellissandur weather in January (West Iceland, Iceland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Hellissandur during January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of January in Hellissandur typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 4°C. But by evening, they drop to around 0°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Hellissandur in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. You can typically expect 18 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 24 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

 

Hellissandur, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 119 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 24 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 14% *  

Data from: Stykkishólmur, Iceland (57 KM, 35 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Hellissandur.

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