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During January, Plakiás experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 103 mm (4.1 in) is typical.
January in Plakiás can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Plakiás typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Plakiás spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Plakiás between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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