Reykjavik Weather in January
Iceland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Reykjavik is cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -2°C (29°F). Expect roughly 87mm of precipitation spread over about 15 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
3°C
38°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
87mm
moderate
Rainy days
15
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 23 hours of sunshine over the month (~1h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Reykjavik in January?
- January in Reykjavik is cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -2°C (29°F). Expect roughly 87mm of precipitation spread over about 15 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Reykjavik in January?
- Reykjavik sees around 87mm of precipitation in January on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Reykjavik?
- January is a workable month to visit Reykjavik, but expect some weather trade-offs.