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Temperature in East Iceland in January

East Iceland is a region in Iceland. January in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Hallormsstaður with 0°C to low temperatures in Höfn with 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Höfn and -6°C in Hallormsstaður.

What is the temperature of the different cities in East Iceland in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of East Iceland, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in January in East Iceland?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Höfn clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 4°C, and evenings that remain near -1°C.

  • What is the coldest city in January in East Iceland?
    • Our database indicates that in January, Hallormsstaður is the city with the coolest temperatures in East Iceland. You can expect daytime highs of 0°C and nighttime lows close to -6°C.

  • How much sun does East Iceland get in January?
    • Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 25 hours of sunshine in Höfn. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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