Weather in January
January in Þorlákshöfn, Iceland, ushers in the full depth of winter, with chilly air and potentially inclement conditions. As the harshest winter month, temperatures average around a chilly 5.8°C (42.4°F) in the sea. An increase in layered clothing is obligatory as brisk Arctic winds drift from the North Atlantic, markedly reducing the perceived temperature. Short days and reduced sunlight could potentially limit outdoor activities. Capricious winter storms may also make their appearance during this time, bringing snowfall and icy conditions.
Note: Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:12 and sunset at 15:45. On the last day of January, in Þorlákshöfn, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:10 GMT.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In Þorlákshöfn, Iceland, in January, the average water temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).Note: Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 5h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:12 and sunset at 15:45. On the last day of January, in Þorlákshöfn, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:10 GMT.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea water temperature in January in Þorlákshöfn?
In Þorlákshöfn, in January, the average water temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F). Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the average length of the day in January in Þorlákshöfn?
The average day length in January in Þorlákshöfn, Iceland, is 5h and 42min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Þorlákshöfn?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:12 and sunset at 15:45. On the last day of the month, in Þorlákshöfn, Iceland, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:10 GMT.
Average sea temperature in January
Þorlákshöfn, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in January: 5.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.7°C).
Average daylight in January
Þorlákshöfn, Iceland
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).
Þorlákshöfn, Iceland
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