Skálholt weather in January (Iceland)
What can you expect from the weather in Skálholt during January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Skálholt generally has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Skálholt in January usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 183 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 20 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skálholt. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skálholt climate page with graphs.
Skálholt, monthly averages in January
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.
So, what should you wear in Skálholt 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.
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