Vestmannaeyjar Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Vestmannaeyjar in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 6°C (43°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Vestmannaeyjar in January
Vestmannaeyjar is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 202 mm (8 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Vestmannaeyjar in January
Vestmannaeyjar in January gets highs of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.January in Vestmannaeyjar 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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Vestmannaeyjar Temperature in January
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
202 mm (8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
81% *
Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Vestmannaeyjar typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 6°C (43°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 0°C (32°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather for Vestmannaeyjar in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Vestmannaeyjar spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Vestmannaeyjar historical weather extremes in January
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Vestmannaeyjar between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- On January 4, 2006, temperatures climbed to 11°C (52°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- The coldest January day was on January 30, 2004, with a maximum of -4°C (25°F).
- The coldest night in January in Vestmannaeyjar was on January 18, 2024, with a minimum of -11°C (12°F).
- The wettest day in January Vestmannaeyjar was on January 15, 2013 with 45 mm (1.8 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Vestmannaeyjar in January
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Vestmannaeyjar in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Vestmannaeyjar in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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