January
Weather in January
A chilly start to the new year is typical in Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland, reflecting the town's northern latitude. The frosty conditions require wearing warm clothing and access to heated living quarters. With considerable rainfall of 145mm (5.71"), winter sports are not an option, replaced instead by indoor activities or brave explorations of the stunning icicle-laden landscapes. January presents the shortest daylight hours, with sunlight peeking through for barely 5.7 hours, lending a unique charm to the twilight. Going into February, inhabitants anticipate a slight improvement in the weather patterns.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 15:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 16:57 GMT.
Temperature
In Kirkjubæjarklaustur, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 2°C (35.6°F) and a low of -3°C (26.6°F).Rainfall
During January, Kirkjubæjarklaustur regularly aggregates up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 1644mm (64.72") of rain is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Kirkjubæjarklaustur is 5h and 44min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 15:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 16:57 GMT.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest in Kirkjubæjarklaustur?
Kirkjubæjarklaustur's January weather, with an average high temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) and an average low temperature of -3°C (26.6°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.
How cold is it in Kirkjubæjarklaustur in January?
Kirkjubæjarklaustur in January has an average high-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -3°C (26.6°F).
How much does it rain in Kirkjubæjarklaustur in January?
Throughout January, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kirkjubæjarklaustur have in January?
The average day length in January in Kirkjubæjarklaustur is 5h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kirkjubæjarklaustur?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:58 and sunset at 15:33. On the last day of the month, in Kirkjubæjarklaustur, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 16:57 GMT.
Average temperature in January
Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland
- Average high temperature in January: 2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.1°C).
Average rainfall in January
Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland
- Average rainfall in January: 145mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (184.8mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (115.1mm).
Average daylight in January
Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 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 36min).
