Lesbos Weather in January

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

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Mythimna Petra Anaxos Plomari

Planning a getaway to Lesbos, 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 Lesbos in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Mythimna. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tavari with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Tarti with 130 mm (5.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Lesbos 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 Lesbos

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

Temperature range in Lesbos (January)

Precipitation variation in Lesbos (January)

Mythimna

In January Mythimna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mythimna →

Petra

In January Petra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Petra →

Anaxos

In January Anaxos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Anaxos →

Plomari

In January Plomari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
126 mm (5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Plomari →

Skala Kallonis

In January Skala Kallonis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Skala Kallonis →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mythimna 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Petra 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Anaxos 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Plomari 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Skala Kallonis 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Eresos 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Lesbos weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Lesbos, Greece typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Mythimna average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Mythimna peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in January, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

January is on the drier side in Lesbos, Greece. Mythimna averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Lesbos, Greece?

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

On average, the best time to visit Lesbos, Greece is in May, June, July, September and October with generally perfect weather in Mythimna. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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