January weather forecast
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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Weather in January

Laugarvatn weather in January starts the year with frigid conditions. Comparatively cooler than December, temperatures plunge to a low of -6.2°C (20.8°F) with highs barely touching -1.7°C (28.9°F). Snow becomes a prominent feature of the landscape with 393mm (15.47") of snow recorded over 16.7 days. The monotonous white scenery is rarely interrupted as even sunshine is scarce during this period. Despite the harsh conditions, winter sports enthusiasts find these conditions invigorating.

Temperature

Laugarvatn indicates an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -1.7°C (28.9°F) in January, showing minor variation from December's -2.6°C (27.3°F). January nights in Laugarvatn experience a minor temperature downturn to a still subzero cold -6.2°C (20.8°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Laugarvatn is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Laugarvatn is January, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laugarvatn, Iceland, are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 393mm (15.47") of snow.

Daylight

In Laugarvatn, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:15 and sunset at 15:36. On the last day of January, in Laugarvatn, Iceland, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:04 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Laugarvatn, Iceland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Laugarvatn in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F) and a low-temperature of -6.2°C (20.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Laugarvatn?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Laugarvatn?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the wettest month in Laugarvatn?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Laugarvatn. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 141mm (5.55") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Laugarvatn?

In Laugarvatn, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 141mm (5.55") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Laugarvatn?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 393mm (15.47") of snow.

How much does it snow in Laugarvatn in January?

In January, in Laugarvatn, Iceland, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout January, 393mm (15.47") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Laugarvatn have in January?

In January, the average day length is 5h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Laugarvatn?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:15 and sunset at 15:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 and sunset at 17:04 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Laugarvatn?

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Laugarvatn.

How long on average sun shines in January in Laugarvatn?

The average sunshine duration in January in Laugarvatn, Iceland, is 2.4h.

How high is the UV index in January in Laugarvatn?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Laugarvatn is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average temperature in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-7.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average wind speed in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average humidity in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average rainfall in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (141mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average rainfall days in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 393mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (393mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall days in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 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
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average sunshine days in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in January
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average visibility in January - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

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

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