January weather forecast
Bolungarvik, Iceland

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Weather in January

Bolungarvik, Iceland, kicks off the year with chilly temperatures and snowfall, lower even than those in December. The air is humid, and the cloud cover is significant, making for dark and overcast days. Light winds intensify the winter chill but also bring about variability within the weather pattern. In these conditions, a generous snow layer of 188mm (7.4") can form. Despite the cold, Bolungarvik perseveres as a testament to Iceland's unyielding beauty.

Temperature

As Bolungarvik steps into January, the average high-temperature is measured at a still cold 0.3°C (32.5°F), displaying minor differences from December's 0.2°C (32.4°F). Bolungarvik welcomes an average low temperature of -2.8°C (27°F) in January, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

January, February, August through October, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bolungarvik is January, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bolungarvik, in January, during 14.4 snowfall days, 188mm (7.4") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bolungarvik, there are 95.9 snowfall days, and 999mm (39.33") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bolungarvik, Iceland, is 4h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:04 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of January, in Bolungarvik, sunrise is at 10:35 and sunset at 16:57 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bolungarvik, Iceland, is 1.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bolungarvik in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bolungarvik during January are 0.3°C (32.5°F) and -2.8°C (27°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Bolungarvik?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, August through October, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Bolungarvik?

In January, the average relative humidity in Bolungarvik, Iceland, is 85%.

What is the rainiest month in Bolungarvik?

The month with the most rainfall in Bolungarvik is January, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Bolungarvik?

In Bolungarvik, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Bolungarvik?

In Bolungarvik, in January, during 14.4 snowfall days, 188mm (7.4") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bolungarvik have in January?

The average day length in January is 4h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bolungarvik?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:04 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of the month, in Bolungarvik, Iceland, sunrise is at 10:35 and sunset at 16:57 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bolungarvik?

In Bolungarvik, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bolungarvik?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Bolungarvik?

In Bolungarvik, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average temperature in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (-0.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average pressure in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average pressure in January: 997.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average wind speed in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 28.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average humidity in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, August, September and October (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (82%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average rainfall in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (101mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average rainfall days in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average snowfall in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 188mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (203mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average snowfall days in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average sunshine days in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average UV index in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average cloud cover in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 61).

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Average visibility in January
Bolungarvik, Iceland

Average visibility in January - Bolungarvik, Iceland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (7km).

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