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The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. January has average maximum temperatures of 2°C (35°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26.5% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 1.4 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Iceland.
January has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 6°C (44°F). January is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.
Consider visiting Iceland in the months of May, June, July, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Iceland.
January has average maximum temperatures of 2°C (35°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26.5% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 1.4 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about January temperature and sunshine.
No, January is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, with the sea water at 6°C (44°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about January sea temperatures.
No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Iceland.
January has average maximum temperatures of 2°C (35°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26.5% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 1.4 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Iceland. Sea temperatures are a cold 6°C (44°F). January is too cold for swimming in Iceland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the January temperatures and sunshine.
No, Iceland is too cold for sunbathing in January.
The average maximum temperature in Iceland in January is 2°C (35°F). The average maximum temperature is 2°C (35°) in the previous month and 2°C (36°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Iceland in January is 1°C (35°F). The average temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and 1°C (35°F) in the next month.
More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Iceland in January are 5.2. The sunshine percentage is 26.5% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 1.4 hours of sunshine per day.
More about January sunshine.
The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. The average maximum temperature in Iceland in January is 2°C (35°F). The average maximum temperature is 2°C (35°F) in the previous month and 2°C (36°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Iceland in January is 1°C (35°F). The average temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and 1°C (35°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Iceland in January is 1°C (33°F). The minimum temperature is 1°C (33°F) in the previous month and 1°C (34°F) in the next month.
The days in January are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into February. During January the average day light hours are 5.2 per day in Iceland. The sunshine percentage is 26.5% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 1.4 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Iceland in January is typically 0.2 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Iceland in January is 6.4°C (43.5°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.
January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Iceland in January is 3cm (1.2inches) and on average there are 13.9 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Iceland in January is 1°C (33°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 0°C (33°F) in the previous month and 1°C (1°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Iceland in January is typically 43.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 42.2% in the previous month and 42.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Iceland in January is typically 38.5%. The average relative humidity is 37% in the previous month and 37.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Iceland in January is typically 44KM/H (27MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 45KM/H (28MPH) in the previous month and 46KM/H (29MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Iceland in January is typically 30KM/H (18MPH). The average wind speed is 31KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (21MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Iceland in January is from the North.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
