Heraklion (Kreta) weather in January (Greece)

Will it be warm or cold in Heraklion (Kreta) this January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Heraklion (Kreta) typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 15°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 9°C. The temperatures in January are often the mildest compared to the rest of the year.

Precipitation

Heraklion (Kreta) in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. On average, there are about 12 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 120 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Heraklion (Kreta). April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Heraklion (Kreta) climate page with graphs.

 

Heraklion (Kreta), monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Water Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 120 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Greece in January

Find out more about the weather in Greece and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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