Normal weather for Greece in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Greece with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
In January, there is an average of 67 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Greece in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
67 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Greece with cool temperatures, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 16°C, with nights close to 11°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Greece will be around 15°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Greece?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Greece. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Greece in January
With 22°C, Greece hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 17°C.
Check out the climate of Greece for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Greece is based on weather data from Santorini. Other spots, like Crete, Rhodes or Kos, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Greece for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Greece
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Greece, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Greece
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Daily Precipitation in January in Greece
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Greece, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Greece.
Daily UV Index in January in Greece
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Greece, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Greece Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Greece, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Greece Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Greece, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Greece
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Greece. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Greece
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Average Weather in Greece by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Greece. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
