Úthlid weather in January (South Iceland, Iceland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Úthlid during January? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Úthlid tends to experience low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -4°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Úthlid in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 20 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

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

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

 

Úthlid, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 195 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (70 KM, 44 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

Interested in more climate information?

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