East Iceland weather in January
Considering a trip to East Iceland this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in East Iceland in January?
East Iceland is a region in Iceland. January in East Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Hallormsstaður at 0°C to cold in Höfn at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Höfn and -6°C in Hallormsstaður. In many regions in Iceland, January is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Vopnafjörður with an average of 137 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Hali with 266 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 25 hours of sunlight in Höfn. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of East Iceland in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our East Iceland climate page.
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Popular destinations in East Iceland
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Average weather in Höfn
In January Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Egilsstadir
In January Egilsstadir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Seyðisfjörður
In January Seyðisfjörður generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Vopnafjörður
In January Vopnafjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Skálafell
In January Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in East Iceland, in Iceland.
Is January the best time to visit East Iceland?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit East Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Höfn.
Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Höfn.
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