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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

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Temperature Average Temperature
15°C 5°C
Sun High Temp
18°C 11°C
Sun Low Temp
13°C 1°C
Rain Total Precipitation
67 mm 97 mm
Rain Rainy Days
11 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Greece with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 11°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 16°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Greece is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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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? January isn’t a good month to be in Greece. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.

Temperature records for Greece in January

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Daily Temperature in January in Greece

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Greece, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature 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 millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Greece.

Daily Precipitation in January 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.

Daily UV Index in January in Greece

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 few years.

Temperature in January in Greece Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in Greece Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Greece, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in Greece Over the Years

Daily Climate in January for Greece

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual 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

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