January weather forecast
Faroe Islands

January marks the height of winter in the Faroe Islands, and it is generally the coldest month of the year. With temperatures hovering between 2°C (35.6°F) to 4°C (39.2°F), it is not unusual for the mercury to drop to the lowest value of the year during this period. The presence of the North Atlantic Drift, a warm ocean current, prevents the temperature from plunging into the extremes experienced by the neighboring mainland Europe.

Throughout January, the archipelago experiences heavy rainfall, with an average precipitation of approximately 130mm (5.12"), making it one of the wettest months of the year. The weather can frequently shift within a single day, from calm to stormy, and vice versa. Strong winds are common during this period, averaging 20km/h (12.4mph) to 30km/h (18.6mph), which can make the perceived temperature feel colder than the actual reading.

The capital city, Tórshavn, also experiences similar weather conditions as the rest of the archipelago. The city endures the brunt of the chilly winds and high precipitation due to its coastal location.

Compared to the previous month, December, the weather conditions are quite similar with January being slightly colder. The following month, February, often sees a marginal rise in temperature, although the general weather conditions of heavy rain and strong winds persist.

Days are short during January, with daylight lasting only around five hours, from around 10:00 to 15:00. Despite the challenging weather and short days, the allure of the Faroe Islands remains undimmed, offering a unique charm through its snow-capped landscapes and the possibility of witnessing the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights.

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• Tórshavn - January »
  January reigns as the month with the maximum average rainfall in Tórshavn, hitting 158mm (6.22") and makes for grey, damp days. In Tórshavn during January, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation.
• Klaksvík - January »
  On the last day of January, in Klaksvík sunrise is at 08:56 and sunset at 16:22 WET. January exhibits a mild climate in Klaksvík marked by both damp and cold days.
• Argir - January »
  In Argir the average seawater temperature in January is 7.4°C (45.3°F). In January, the average sea temperature in Argir is 7.4°C (45.3°F).
• Vágur - January »
  On the first day of January in Vágur sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:17. In Vágur in January, the average water temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).
• Tvøroyri - January »
  In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:45 and sunset at 15:16. What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Tvøroyri?
• Fuglafjørður - January »
  In Fuglafjørður in January, the average water temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F). In Fuglafjørður the average seawater temperature in January is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
• Vestmanna - January »
  January sees a chilly start to the year in Vestmanna as expected during the winter season. In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 15:10.
• Sørvágur - January »
  In Sørvágur in January, during 23 rainfall days, 163mm (6.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of January in Sørvágur, sunrise is at 09:52 and sunset at 15:12.
• Kollafjørður - January »
  In Kollafjørður, Faroe Islands, in January, the average water temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F). In January, the average sea temperature in Kollafjørður, Faroe Islands, is 7.5°C (45.5°F).