January weather forecast
Svínavatn, Iceland

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Svínavatn, Iceland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -3.4°C (25.9°F) and -0.1°C (31.8°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in January, at a still subzero cold -0.1°C (31.8°F), reveals a modest deviation from December's -0.5°C (31.1°F). Svínavatn observes a consistent average low-temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F) throughout January nights.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Svínavatn, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 320mm (12.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Svínavatn. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 106mm (4.17") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Svínavatn, Iceland, is 4h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:37 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of January, in Svínavatn, sunrise is at 10:16 and sunset at 16:50 GMT.

Sunshine

In Svínavatn, the average sunshine in January is 2.5h.

UV index

In Svínavatn, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Svínavatn, is -0.1°C (31.8°F), while the average low-temperature is -3.4°C (25.9°F).
What is the most humid month?
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in January?
In Svínavatn, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Svínavatn, in January, during 6.9 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month?
The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 106mm (4.17") of snow.
How many days does it snow in January?
In Svínavatn, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 106mm (4.17") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 4h and 59min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:37 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of the month, in Svínavatn, sunrise is at 10:16 and sunset at 16:50 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Svínavatn have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average temperature in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-0.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-4°C).

Average pressure in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average pressure in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in January: 998mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average wind speed in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average humidity in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (75%).

Average rainfall in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average rainfall in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average rainfall days in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average snowfall in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 106mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average snowfall days in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average sunshine days in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average cloud cover in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in January - Svínavatn, Iceland
Average visibility in January
Svínavatn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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