January weather forecast
Kópasker, Iceland

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Kópasker, Iceland, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and an average low of -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of January brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In January, Kópasker's nights cool slightly to a consistent average temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Kópasker, in January, during 10.7 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151 rainfall days, and 635mm (25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through July, September through December. In Kópasker, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 104mm (4.09") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 632mm (24.88") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kópasker is 4h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:41 and sunset at 14:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 and sunset at 16:28 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kópasker is 1.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kópasker are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Kópasker?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kópasker, is 1.8°C (35.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to -0.9°C (30.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kópasker?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kópasker?

In Kópasker, Iceland, in January, during 10.7 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kópasker in January?

In Kópasker, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 104mm (4.09") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kópasker have in January?

In Kópasker, Iceland, the average day length in January is 4h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kópasker?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:41 and sunset at 14:37. On the last day of the month, in Kópasker, sunrise is at 10:09 and sunset at 16:28 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kópasker?

The average sunshine duration in January is 1.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kópasker?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Kópasker?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kópasker is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average temperature in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-1.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average pressure in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average pressure in January: 998.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average wind speed in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 29.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (31.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Kópasker, Iceland

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (80%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average rainfall in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average rainfall days in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average snowfall in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 104mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (113mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average snowfall days in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average sunshine days in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kópasker, Iceland

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Kópasker, Iceland

Average cloud cover in January - Kópasker, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in January
Kópasker, Iceland

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

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

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