GreeceThe weather in January in Kos
It's cool to moderate in January in Kos with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Kos. 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 Kos, Greece. 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 21°C in 2021, Kos reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Kos is 17°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 120 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Kos
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kos. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Kos | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 15°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 17°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 120 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kos with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 15°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kos is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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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The climate in Kos is based on weather data from Kos (city). Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kos to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Kos, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Kos
Temperature in January in Kos over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Kos, Greece. 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 Kos
Total precipitation in January in Kos over the years
Daily UV index in January in Kos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kos, 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.
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Average weather in Kos by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kos. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.