Elafonisi weather in January (Crete, Greece)

Planning a trip to Elafonisi in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Elafonisi generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.

Elafonisi in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 117 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Elafonisi . April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Elafonisi climate page with graphs.

 

Elafonisi , monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 117 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in January

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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 Elafonisi in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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