What to Wear in Reykjavik in January
Dark and cold — Northern Lights at their best. Expect -2°–2°C with 15 rainy days on average.
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High
2°C
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Low
-2°C
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Rain days
15
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Feel
Rainy Day
Typical outfit
~0°C average
About January in Reykjavik
January in Reykjavik typically brings dark and cold — northern lights at their best. With averages of -2°–2°C, the conditions call for rain is in the forecast — waterproof layers are your best friend today.
Dress in waterproof layers rather than one very thick coat. You'll warm up walking and cool down in buildings.
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