January weather forecast
Úlfsá, Iceland

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Úlfsá, Iceland, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -0.7°C (30.7°F) and -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Temperature

In January, the average high-temperature is essentially the same as in December - a still freezing cold -0.7°C (30.7°F). In Úlfsá, the average low-temperature is -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In January, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout January, 222mm (8.74") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Úlfsá, there are 96.2 snowfall days, and 1214mm (47.8") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Úlfsá, Iceland.
Note: For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In Úlfsá, Iceland, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:01 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:32 and sunset at 16:59 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Úlfsá, Iceland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interpret into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in January in Úlfsá?

In Úlfsá, Iceland, in January, the average high-temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -3.8°C (25.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Úlfsá?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Úlfsá?

The average relative humidity in January in Úlfsá, Iceland, is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Úlfsá?

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Úlfsá?

In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Úlfsá?

In Úlfsá, in January, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 222mm (8.74") of snow.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Úlfsá?

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Úlfsá, Iceland.

What is the sea temperature in January in Úlfsá?

In Úlfsá, Iceland, the average seawater temperature in January is 3°C (37.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Úlfsá have in January?

The average day length in January in Úlfsá, Iceland, is 4h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Úlfsá?

On the first day of January in Úlfsá, Iceland, sunrise is at 12:01 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:32 and sunset at 16:59 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Úlfsá?

The average sunshine duration in January is 1.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Úlfsá?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Úlfsá?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average temperature in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (-1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-4.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average pressure in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average pressure in January: 997.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average wind speed in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in January: 24.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average humidity in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average rainfall in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in January: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average rainfall days in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average snowfall in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in January: 222mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (249mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average snowfall days in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average sea temperature in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in January: 3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (3°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 43min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 58min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 7min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average sunshine days in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

Average cloud cover in January - Úlfsá, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).

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Average visibility in January
Úlfsá, Iceland

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).

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