Reykjavik Weather in January
In January, Reykjavik averages a high of 3°C (37°F) and a low of -2°C (28°F), based on 56 years of historical weather data from REYKJAVIK.
3°C
Average high
37°F
-2°C
Average low
28°F
11°C
Record high
51°F · 2013
-19°C
Record low
-3°F · 1971
What to Expect in Reykjavik in January
Typical January days in Reykjavik reach 3°C (37°F) during the afternoon and cool to around -2°C (28°F) overnight. On average, measurable rain falls on about 65% of days this month. Over the past 56 years, January temperatures in Reykjavik have ranged from a record high of 11°C (2013) down to a record low of -19°C (1971).
For a day-by-day look or other months, see the full Reykjavik weather history.