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Leirá Weather in January

Leirá in January averages 3°C (37°F) during the day and -3°C (27°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Leirá in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 18 days, totalling around 137 mm (5.4 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Leirá in January

Daytime temperatures in Leirá reach 3°C (37°F) in January, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night. January marks the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. Nights drop below freezing to -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Leirá in January

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 20 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

January in Leirá 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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Leirá Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 20 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 12% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (31 KM, 19 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 Leirá in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Leirá in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Leirá 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
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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