Reykjavík vs Vík in January

Reykjavík is the better pick in January — 31 vs 17 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Reykjavík is freezing, rainy, clean air, while Vík is freezing, soaked, clean air.

Reykjavík vs VíkJanuary climate, side by side

ReykjavíkVík
Comfort score31/100 (F)17/100 (F)
Feels-like high-2°C-2°C
Avg high / low3° / -2°3° / -1°
Rainfall127 mm280 mm
Rainy days1821
Humidity82%78%
Air quality (AQI)3938

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Reykjavík vs Vík in January — FAQ

Is January better in Reykjavík or Vík?
Reykjavík is the better pick in January — 31 vs 17 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Reykjavík is freezing, rainy, clean air, while Vík is freezing, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Reykjavík vs Vík in January?
In January, Reykjavík averages 3°C high / -2°C low with about 127 mm of rain; Vík averages 3°C high / -1°C low with about 280 mm.