Vík weather in January (South Iceland, Iceland)
Looking to travel to Vík in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Vík generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 5°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°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.
Vík in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 284 mm for the month. Typically around 19 days of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 33 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vík climate page with graphs.
Vík, 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 Vík 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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