January Rainfall and Precipitation in South Iceland
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in South Iceland, Iceland in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
South Iceland precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does South Iceland, Iceland receive in January?
In January, South Iceland, Iceland experiences its rainy season. Sun lovers might want to consider a different time for their trip. With an average of 215 mm (8.5 in) of snow/rain in January, Höfn's weather becomes notably unpredictable due to the frequent downpours.
How many days does it rain in South Iceland, Iceland in January?
On average, Höfn has about 17 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in South Iceland, Iceland?
January is part of South Iceland, Iceland's rainy season. Showers are more common this time of year.
What is the wettest city in January in South Iceland, Iceland?
Looking at our data, Solheimahjaleiga tops the wettest-cities list in South Iceland, Iceland for January, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 329 mm (13 in).
What is the driest city in January in South Iceland, Iceland?
In our records, Sprengisandur stands out as the driest city in South Iceland, Iceland for January, averaging just 156 mm (6.1 in).
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