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Reykjanes Westfjords weather in January (Iceland)

What can you expect from the weather in Reykjanes Westfjords during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Reykjanes Westfjords generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -5°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Reykjanes Westfjords in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of snow/rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Reykjanes Westfjords. June, July and August generally stand out with 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 Reykjanes Westfjords climate page with graphs.

 

Reykjanes Westfjords, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 144 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  

Where to go in Iceland in January

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

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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 Reykjanes Westfjords in January?

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 in January.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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