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Crete Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Crete, Greece in January.

Planning a journey to Crete, Greece this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Crete in January

Crete, Greece is a region in Greece. January in Crete generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Agia Roumeli to 16°C (61°F) in Palekastron. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Palekastron and 8°C (46°F) in Agia Roumeli.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Crete, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Keratokampos with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Daratso with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Chania Town receives about 117 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Crete by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Crete — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chania Town)

Best Places to Visit in Crete in 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).

Popular Destinations in Crete

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Crete, Greece?

Temperature range in Crete (January)

Precipitation variation in Crete (January)

Chania Town

In January Chania Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
117 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Hersonissos

In January Hersonissos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
120 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Réthymno Town

In January Réthymno Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
117 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Mália

In January Mália generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
120 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Kíssamos

In January Kíssamos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
117 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Crete in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chania Town 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Hersonissos 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Réthymno Town 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Mália 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Kíssamos 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Plakiás 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Crete weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Crete, Greece in January?

In January, Crete, Greece generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Chania Town sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Crete, Greece in January?

Chania Town averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Crete, Greece get a lot of rain in January?

Chania Town typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 158 mm (6.2 in) on average across Crete, Greece.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Crete, Greece?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Crete, Greece due to the typically unpleasant weather in Chania Town.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Chania Town. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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