January weather forecastVallanes, Iceland
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Vallanes, Iceland, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -5.3°C (22.5°F) and an average high of -0.8°C (30.6°F).Temperature
Transitioning from December to January, Vallanes observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -0.8°C (30.6°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Nights in January exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Vallanes, during January, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation. In Vallanes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.9 days and collects up to 966mm (38.03") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In Vallanes, Iceland, in January, during 17.5 snowfall days, 347mm (13.66") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 snowfall days, and 2085mm (82.09") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 5h and 9min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:08 and sunset at 14:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:51 and sunset at 16:31 GMT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 2.2h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average high temperature in January: -0.8°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 (-1.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -5.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-6.2°C).
Average pressure in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average pressure in January: 998.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average wind speed in January: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average humidity in January: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average rainfall in January: 99mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (38mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (12.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average snowfall in January: 347mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (430mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in January: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in January: 3.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in January: 67
The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 61).
Average visibility in January
Vallanes, Iceland
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and December (7km).
