January weather forecast
Blönduós, Iceland

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Weather in January

January in Blönduós, Iceland is midwinter with a high expectation of snowfall. The temperature often drops to its lowest point of -3.4°C (25.9°F), combining with the highest snowfall of 106mm (4.17") to create a cold and snowy atmosphere. Blönduós city's landscape transforms into a winter wonderland, affecting visibility and road conditions. The short daylight hours and increased wind speed also add to the chilly weather. Icy conditions can make outdoor activities challenging, but the city's snow-covered beauty is breathtaking.

Temperature

The arrival of January in Blönduós records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -0.1°C (31.8°F), closely related to the -0.5°C (31.1°F) observed in December. Nights in January exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Blönduós, in January, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. In Blönduós, Iceland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.7 days and collects up to 320mm (12.6") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 4h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:40 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of January, in Blönduós, Iceland, sunrise is at 10:18 and sunset at 16:50 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Blönduós is 2.5h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Blönduós?

In Blönduós, -0.1°C (31.8°F) is the average high-temperature and -3.4°C (25.9°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Blönduós?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Blönduós?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Blönduós in January?

In Blönduós, in January, during 6.9 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Blönduós?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Blönduós, Iceland. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 106mm (4.17") of snow.

How much does it snow in Blönduós in January?

In Blönduós, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 106mm (4.17") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Blönduós?

The average day length in January is 4h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Blönduós?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:40 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of the month, in Blönduós, sunrise is at 10:18 and sunset at 16:50 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Blönduós?

The average sunshine duration in January in Blönduós, Iceland, is 2.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Blönduós?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Blönduós, Iceland, is 2. 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average temperature in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average pressure in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Blönduós, Iceland

Average humidity in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average rainfall in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average rainfall days in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average snowfall in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average snowfall days in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average sunshine days in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average UV index in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average cloud cover in January - Blönduós, 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
Blönduós, Iceland

Average visibility in January - Blönduós, 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).

Blönduós, Iceland

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