January weather forecast
Greece

January in Greece marks the height of winter and showcases the geographical contrasts of the country. Coastal areas, the southern islands, and parts of the western Pindus range experience milder conditions with ample rainfall. On the other hand, the northern regions, especially areas like Florina, witness much colder temperatures. In fact, Florina often observes temperatures dropping below -2.8°C (27°F), making it one of the chilliest places in Greece during January.

Snowfall, predominantly present in the northern territories, blankets regions in a serene white layer. Islands such as Thasos and Samothrace, despite being part of the southern domain, are exceptions as they too receive a coating of snow. Central parts of Greece occasionally feel the sting of Siberian cold air masses, further intensifying the wintry conditions.

Compared to December, January continues the trend of shorter daylight hours, restricting the time available for outdoor activities. Overcast skies and elevated humidity levels are frequent. As we transition from January to February, similar cold conditions prevail, though there might be a slight increase in temperatures in certain areas.

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• Athens - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Athens, Greece, is January, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow. January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 12.1°C (53.8°F) and a low of 7.3°C (45.1°F), is the coldest month in Athens, Greece.
• Thessaloniki - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Thessaloniki is January, when snow falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow. In Thessaloniki during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow.
• Patras - January »
  The months with the least sunshine in Patras are January, February, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine. In Patras, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 14.5°C (58.1°F) and a low of 6.1°C (43°F).
• Heraklion - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Heraklion is January, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Heraklion is January, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.
• Larissa - January »
  In Larissa, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 10.2°C (50.4°F) and a low of 0.7°C (33.3°F). In Larissa, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 10.2°C (50.4°F) and a low of 0.7°C (33.3°F).
• Volos - January »
  In Volos, in January, during 2 snowfall days, 55mm (2.17") of snow is typically accumulated. The most humid month in Volos is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Trikala - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Trikala is January, when snow falls for 2.4 days and typically aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of snow. January, noted for its average high-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.7°C (33.3°F), is considered the coldest month in Trikala.
• Chania - January »
  January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Chania, with averages ranging from a high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) to a low of 9.2°C (48.6°F). Looking at Chania, Greece's climate data, it becomes evident that January is typically the coldest month.
• Alexandroupoli - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Alexandroupoli is January, when snow falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of snow. The month with the most snowfall in Alexandroupoli is January, when snow falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of snow.
• Kavala - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Kavala is January, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation. January proves to be the coldest month in Kavala, recording an average maximum temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F) and a minimum temperature of 2.8°C (37°F).
• Kalamata - January »
  The month with the most snowfall days in Kalamata is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days. The month with the most rainfall in Kalamata is January, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.
• Veria - January »
  In Veria, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Veria, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 9.1°C (48.4°F) and a low of 0.6°C (33.1°F).