Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
As January takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still cold 3.8°C (38.8°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. January is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 1.4°C (34.5°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 96mm (3.78") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ólafsvík, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 93mm (3.66") of snow is typically accumulated. In Ólafsvík, Iceland, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.9 days and aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 5h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:39 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:25 and sunset at 17:11 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 2.1h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Ólafsvík?
What is the wettest month?
How much does it rain in January?
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How many hours of daylight does Ólafsvík have in January?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ólafsvík?
How long on average sun shines in January?
When is the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in January?
Average temperature in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average high temperature in January: 3.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (3.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 1.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (0.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average pressure in January: 996.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average wind speed in January: 35.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (36.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and December (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average rainfall in January: 96mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (37mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average snowfall in January: 93mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (99mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in January: 4.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Ólafsvík, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in January: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in January
Ólafsvík, 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 and December (8km).
