Kópavogur weather in January (Capital Region, Iceland)

What should you pack for a trip to Kópavogur in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Kópavogur typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Kópavogur in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 138 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 18 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 20 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kópavogur. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Kópavogur climate page with graphs.

 

Kópavogur, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Water Temperature 6°C *  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 138 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (2 KM, 1 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. With a water temperature of around 6°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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