Elafonisi weather in January (Crete, Greece)

What should you pack for a trip to Elafonisi in January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Elafonisi includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 15°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 11°C.

Precipitation

Elafonisi in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With about 117 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

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

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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