Greece weather in January

In January, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 14°C by day and 11°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 116 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 14°C.

It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Greece in January

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Rhodes15°C12°C16°C167 mm
Heraklion14°C12°C14°C88 mm
Kos14°C10°C15°C152 mm
Rethymno14°C12°C15°C94 mm
Zakynthos14°C11°C15°C116 mm
Chania13°C10°C17°C97 mm
Corfu13°C9°C13°C125 mm

Greece weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Greece in January?

In January, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 14°C by day and 11°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 116 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.

What is the sea temperature in Greece in January?

About 15°C on average. The warmest water is in Chania (17°C).

Where is it warmest in Greece in January?

The warmest place is Rhodes (15°C by day), followed by Heraklion (14°C) and Kos (14°C).

Does it rain in Greece in January?

On average 116 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.