Lefkada Weather in January

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

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Lefkada Town Vasilikí Nikiana Nydri

Planning a trip to Lefkada, Greece this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lefkada in January

Lefkada, Greece is a region in Greece. January in Lefkada generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Lefkada Town. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Lefkada, Greece that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To explore the conditions in Lefkada, Greece in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Athánion with an average of 148 mm (5.8 in) to high rainfall in Perigiali with 159 mm (6.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Lefkada in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Lefkada

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

Temperature range in Lefkada (January)

Precipitation variation in Lefkada (January)

Lefkada Town

In January Lefkada Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
153 mm (6 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Lefkada Town →

Vasilikí

In January Vasilikí 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 »
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 rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vasilikí →

Nikiana

In January Nikiana 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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nikiana →

Nydri

In January Nydri 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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nydri →

Áyios Nikítas

In January Áyios Nikítas 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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
152 mm (6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Áyios Nikítas →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lefkada, in Greece.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lefkada Town 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Vasilikí 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Nikiana 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Nydri 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Áyios Nikítas 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Syvota 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 153 mm (6 in)

Lefkada weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Lefkada, Greece in January. The popular destination of Lefkada Town averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Lefkada Town, the average daytime high in January is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Lefkada, Greece. Average rainfall in Lefkada Town sits around 153 mm (6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Lefkada, Greece?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Lefkada Town, January may not be the ideal time to visit Lefkada, Greece.

On average, the best time to visit Lefkada, Greece is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Lefkada Town. In contrast, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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