Reykholt weather in January (West Iceland, Iceland)

Curious about the climate in Reykholt this January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

January in Reykholt generally includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -5°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Reykholt in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 135 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

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

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Reykholt. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Reykholt climate page with graphs.

 

Reykholt, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 135 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in January

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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