Epirus Weather in January

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

Planning a getaway to Epirus, Greece this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Epirus in January

Epirus, Greece is a region in Greece. January in Epirus generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Loutra Amarantou at 6°C (43°F) to mild in Preveza at 13°C (55°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Preveza and -4°C (25°F) in Loutra Amarantou. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in Epirus, Greece with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

For a closer look at conditions across Epirus, Greece, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Loutra Amarantou with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Dodoni with 156 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Párga gets approximately 118 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Epirus 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 Epirus

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

Temperature range in Epirus (January)

Precipitation variation in Epirus (January)

Párga

In January Párga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
118 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ioannina

In January Ioannina generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Syvota

In January Syvota generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
118 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Papigo

In January Papigo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kanali

In January Kanali generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Párga 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Ioannina 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Syvota 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Papigo 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Kanali 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Metsovo 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Epirus weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Epirus, Greece typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Párga average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Párga peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in January, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

Párga typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 140 mm (5.5 in) on average across Epirus, Greece.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Epirus, Greece?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Epirus, Greece due to the typically poor weather in Párga.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Párga. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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