January weather forecast
Hella, Iceland

January

Weather in January

January in Hella, Iceland is characterized by severely cold temperatures, facing a maximum average of 2.2°C (36°F) and a minimum average of -1.2°C (29.8°F). The inclement weather is compounded by significant snowfall, wrestling with an average of 190mm (7.48") on about 12 snowy days. With scarce daylight hours, and a short sunlight duration of only 2.4 hours per day, locals can expect limited visibility. The month does host a commendable amount of rainfall as well and is often accompanied by gusty winds. The icy conditions make Hella a fascinating icy Winter wonderland in January.

Temperature

The arrival of January in Hella coincides with an average high-temperature of a still icy 2.2°C (36°F), indicating a minimal shift from December's 1.5°C (34.7°F). In Hella, the month of January brings a consistent average low-temperature of -1.2°C (29.8°F), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

January and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 190mm (7.48") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hella, there are 61.9 snowfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 5h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Hella, sunrise is at 11:08 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:03 and sunset at 17:06 GMT.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Hella?
The high-temperature in Hella, Iceland, during January is 2.2°C (36°F) and the low-temperature is -1.2°C (29.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Hella?
The months with the highest humidity are January and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in January in Hella?
The average relative humidity in January in Hella is 82%.
What is the wettest month in Hella?
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Hella in January?
In January, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout January, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in January in Hella?
In January, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 190mm (7.48") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Hella have in January?
In January, the average day length is 5h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hella?
On the first day of January in Hella, sunrise is at 11:08 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:03 and sunset at 17:06 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Hella?
January has the least sunshine of the year in Hella, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Hella?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.
How high is the UV index in January in Hella?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hella is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Hella, Iceland
Average temperature in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.9°C).

Average pressure in January - Hella, Iceland
Average pressure in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average pressure in January: 996.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Hella, Iceland
Average wind speed in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 24.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in January - Hella, Iceland
Average humidity in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in January - Hella, Iceland
Average rainfall in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 142mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (45mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Hella, Iceland
Average rainfall days in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

Average snowfall in January - Hella, Iceland
Average snowfall in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 190mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Hella, Iceland
Average snowfall days in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hella, Iceland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hella, 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).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Hella, Iceland
Average sunshine days in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January - Hella, Iceland
Average UV index in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January - Hella, Iceland
Average cloud cover in January
Hella, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 59).

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

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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