Greece in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Greece in january? Is it a good time to go to Kalamata and Rhodes? Check this with weather averages and our advices here.
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Weather in Greece in january 2021
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Greece. These predictions are statistics for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Weather details in january
As the month of January corresponds to the winter season in Greece, the climate throughout January in Greece is characterized by the freshness of the atmosphere. This time of year does not have the same climate for all regions. Although the climate in the Greek islands of the Mediterranean Sea is favorable, this is not the case for towns along the Aegean Sea.
January in the Athens and Islands of the Mediterranean Sea
For the Greek islands of the Mediterranean, the month of January is the coldest of the year. With cool temperatures and the presence of sporadic rain, the weather is not idyllic but still acceptable for tourist activities.
Aegean regions in January
Like the climate of Thessaloniki and that of the island of Lesbos, the weather throughout January in Greece is not favorable because of the cold and the rain. If the temperature is not very cool, it is the abundance of precipitation which is inconvenient for tourist activities.
Where to go in Greece in january?
Where to go in Greece in january: destination map
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Where should you go in Greece in january when it comes to the weather?
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The climate in Greece in january ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
warning in january the weather is different depending on the city and regions of the country.
January is not the best month to spend holidays in Greece. The weather in Rhodes, Amorgos Island, Naxos, Paros, Athens, Sifnos, Santorini, Skiros island, Milos, Mykonos, Chios, Olympia, Kalamata, Greek islands of the Cyclades, Hydra Island, Samos and Corfu Island is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you may be faced the rain regularly. Nonetheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun holiday in Greece but rather nature excursions or hiking, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are certainly fewer tourists during this period.
But it is finally better than in Thessaloniki, Lesbos, Kalambaka, Delphi and Kos and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. We really do not recommend you to go to these areas this month.
Climate in Greece in january
Climate in Athens in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is rather cool in that locality in january, but it is tolerable when dressing warm. With 3.1in over 11 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Greece.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 60°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (35%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 09:49 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Corfu Island in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Corfu Island is 54°F (maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 52°F). The climate is rather fresh here in january, but it is bearable by dressing cosy. With 7.2in over 14 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Corfu Island in Greece.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 60°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (45%) | ||
| Humidity | 73% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 09:41 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Kos in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 50°F). The climate is fairly cool in this city in the month of january, but it is livable by dressing cosy. With 7.3in over 16 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a bad weather, january is not the best time to go in this city in Greece.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (51%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 09:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Hydra Island in january
In january, the mean temperature in Hydra Island is 54°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is quite cold there in the month of january, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 2.6in over 10 days, you will experience some showers throughout your vacations. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 09:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Mykonos in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is rather fresh there in january, but it is endurable when dressing cosy. With 4.4in over 14 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Greece.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 62°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (45%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 09:52 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Greece in january
| Athens in january | tolerable weather |
| Corfu Island in january | bad weather |
| Kos in january | bad weather |
| Hydra Island in january | tolerable weather |
| Mykonos in january | tolerable weather |
| Rhodes in january | tolerable weather |
| Santorini in january | tolerable weather |
| Thessaloniki in january | very bad weather |
| Zante in january | tolerable weather |
| Samos in january | tolerable weather |
| Agios Georgios in january | bad weather |
| Amorgos Island in january | tolerable weather |
| Kefalonia island in january | tolerable weather |
| Chalkidiki in january | bad weather |
| Chios in january | bad weather |
| Delphi in january | very bad weather |
| Glyfada in january | tolerable weather |
| Gregolimano in january | very bad weather |
| Greek islands of the Cyclades in january | tolerable weather |
| Kalamata in january | tolerable weather |
| Kalambaka in january | very bad weather |
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Weather data for Greece in january:
Weather data for Greece in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Greece. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Greece can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Greece.