Ísafjörður weather in January (Westfjords, Iceland)
Looking to travel to Ísafjörður in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Ísafjörður generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -3°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Ísafjörður in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 22 days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ísafjörður. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ísafjörður climate page with graphs.
Ísafjörður, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
144 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Where to go in Iceland in January
Find out more about the weather in Iceland in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Ísafjörður in January?
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 in January.
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