Weather in January
January in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, is marked by cold temperatures, with daily highs average around 3.4°C (38.1°F) and lows dipping down to -0.6°C (30.9°F). These temperatures, along with the crystalline beauty of the frozen landscape, are sure to provide a dramatic setting. January is one of the city's wetter months, so be prepared for reliable precipitation. Compared to the following month, daylight hours are shorter and the sea temperature is slightly chillier. Despite the cold, January continues to allure with its serene vistas and tranquil weather.
Note: Diving into 7.3°C (45.1°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:02 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of January, in Vestmannaeyjar, sunrise is at 09:59 and sunset at 17:08 GMT.
[Resources]Temperature
January is the month when Vestmannaeyjar sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 3.4°C (38.1°F) and a low of -0.6°C (30.9°F).Rainfall
In Vestmannaeyjar, during January, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190 rainfall days, and 1588mm (62.52") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
January and March, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Vestmannaeyjar.Note: Diving into 7.3°C (45.1°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Vestmannaeyjar is 5h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:02 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of January, in Vestmannaeyjar, sunrise is at 09:59 and sunset at 17:08 GMT.
Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Vestmannaeyjar?
Vestmannaeyjar's January weather, with an average high temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F) and an average low temperature of -0.6°C (30.9°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.
How cold is January in Vestmannaeyjar?
In January, in Vestmannaeyjar, the average high-temperature is 3.4°C (38.1°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.6°C (30.9°F).
How much does it rain in Vestmannaeyjar in January?
In January, in Vestmannaeyjar, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout January, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated.
When is the sea coldest in Vestmannaeyjar?
January and March, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
What is the sea water temperature in January in Vestmannaeyjar?
In Vestmannaeyjar, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.3°C (45.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in January in Vestmannaeyjar?
The average day length in January in Vestmannaeyjar is 5h and 51min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Vestmannaeyjar?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:02 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:59 and sunset at 17:08 GMT.
Average temperature in January
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
- Average high temperature in January: 3.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -0.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (-0.6°C).
Average rainfall in January
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
- Average rainfall in January: 158.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (94.9mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in January: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in January: 7.3°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (11.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and March (7.3°C).
Average daylight in January
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 42min).
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
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