Weather in January
Trekking through the frigid start of the year in
Eiði,
Faroe Islands reveals a chilly sea. The Atlantic Ocean drops to its lowest temperature, averaging at 7.5°C (45.5°F). Days are limited, packing the scarce 6.2 hours of daylight with cold yet refreshing walks along the coast. Abrupt shifts in weather conditions are common, causing a dynamic, if inhospitable, winter atmosphere. Don't forget your extra layers!
Sea temperature
In
January, the average sea temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.5°C (45.5°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Eiði is 6h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:54 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:59 and sunset at 16:24 WET.