Skeljabrekka weather in January (West Iceland, Iceland)

Thinking of visiting Skeljabrekka in January? Check the weather first! Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Skeljabrekka usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 3°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -4°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Skeljabrekka in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 20 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skeljabrekka. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Skeljabrekka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (44 KM, 27 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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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