Sotira Weather in January
January in Sotira brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.
Rainfall in Sotira in January
On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Sotira in January
January in Sotira brings typical temperatures with highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F). January is part of winter. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable. While this is the time of year with slightly cooler averages, it remains comfortably warm.
Sunshine in Sotira in January
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 180 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sotira. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Sotira Temperature in January
Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
55 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
180 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sotira typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather for Sotira in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sotira spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Sotira historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Sotira between 1978 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- Sotira recorded its highest January temperature of 22°C (72°F) on January 5, 2024.
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 7°C (45°F), recorded on January 25, 2016.
- Sotira registered its coldest January night on January 10, 2015, with temperatures dropping to -1°C (30°F).
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What to Wear in Sotira in January
For Sotira in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the monthWhat To Do in Sotira in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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