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It's cool to moderate in January in Heraklion with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 11°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Heraklion. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Heraklion, Crete. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2021, Heraklion reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Heraklion is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,6 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Heraklion
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Heraklion. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Heraklion | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 129 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,6 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Heraklion with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 16°C, with nights around 10°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Heraklion is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Heraklion, Crete. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Heraklion
Temperature in January in Heraklion over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Heraklion, Crete. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Heraklion
Total precipitation in January in Heraklion over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Heraklion
Snowfall in January in Heraklion per year
Daily UV index in January in Heraklion
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Heraklion, 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.
Weather experiences in January in Heraklion
The weather in January in Heraklion is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Heraklion? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Some days were sunny, but generally it was too cool for the beach. Since it rained frequently, an umbrella was essential. A good option for walking, but not for swimming.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Heraklion by month
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