Sandgerði Weather in January
January in Sandgerði brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 137 mm (5.4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Sandgerði in January
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 137 mm (5.4 in) average for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Sandgerði in January
Daytime temperatures in Sandgerði reach 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Sandgerði in January
The city usually sees around 20 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.January in Sandgerði has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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Sandgerði Temperature in January
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
137 mm (5.4 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
20 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
12% *
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What to Wear in Sandgerði in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Sandgerði in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.What To Do in Sandgerði in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our Sandgerði's climate page.
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