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East Iceland Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in East Iceland, Iceland in January.

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Höfn Egilsstadir Seyðisfjörður Vopnafjörður

Planning a getaway to East Iceland, Iceland this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in East Iceland in January

East Iceland, 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.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Hallormsstaður at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Höfn at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Höfn and -6°C (21°F) 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.

For specific regional insights in East Iceland, Iceland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Vopnafjörður with an average of 137 mm (5.4 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Skaftafell with 275 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Höfn receives about 25 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore East Iceland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in East Iceland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Höfn)

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March4°C (39°F) April5°C (41°F) May8°C (46°F) This monthJune10°C (50°F) July12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September10°C (50°F) October7°C (45°F) November5°C (41°F) December4°C (39°F)
Best Time to Visit East Iceland →

Best Places to Visit in East Iceland in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across East Iceland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in East Iceland

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in East Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in East Iceland (January)

Precipitation variation in East Iceland (January)

Höfn

In January Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
17 hours
25 hours
62 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
211 mm (8.3 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Höfn →

Egilsstadir

In January Egilsstadir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Egilsstadir →

Seyðisfjörður

In January Seyðisfjörður generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Seyðisfjörður →

Vopnafjörður

In January Vopnafjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vopnafjörður →

Skálafell

In January Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
17 hours
25 hours
62 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Skálafell →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in East Iceland, in Iceland.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in East Iceland in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Höfn 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Egilsstadir 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Seyðisfjörður 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Vopnafjörður 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Skálafell 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Eiðar 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)

East Iceland weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in East Iceland, Iceland in January?

Expect poor weather across East Iceland, Iceland in January. The popular destination of Höfn averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in East Iceland, Iceland in January?

Daytime temperatures in Höfn peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in January, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does East Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy snow/rainfall to East Iceland, Iceland, with Höfn averaging around 215 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit East Iceland, Iceland?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit East Iceland, Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Höfn.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Höfn.

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