Vopnafjörður Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Vopnafjörður in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 2°C (36°F) during the day, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Vopnafjörður in January
Historically, January sees about 17 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 137 mm (5.4 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Vopnafjörður in January
January in Vopnafjörður brings low temperatures, with highs of 2°C (36°F) and nights around -3°C (27°F). It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Vopnafjörður.
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Vopnafjörður Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
137 mm (5.4 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Vopnafjörður typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 2°C (36°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -5°C (23°F) to -2°C (28°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 Vopnafjörður in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Vopnafjörður spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Vopnafjörður historical weather extremes in January
Based on 25 years of weather observations (2000-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Vopnafjörður.
- On January 25, 2010, temperatures climbed to 16°C (61°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- On January 18, 2024, Vopnafjörður saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at -9°C (16°F).
- The coldest night in January in Vopnafjörður was on January 9, 2025, with a minimum of -18°C (0°F).
- The wettest January day on record brought 88 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation to Vopnafjörður (January 8, 2023).
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What to Wear in Vopnafjörður in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Vopnafjörður in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.What To Do in Vopnafjörður in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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