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Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The ancient city of Athens in Greece with a view of the Parthenon Temple

Weather in January

January, like December, in Athens, Greece, is a cool winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.3°C (45.1°F) and 12.1°C (53.8°F).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Athens is January, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 348mm (13.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. 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.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Athens is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Athens, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:46 EET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in January interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Athens?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

What is the temperature in January in Athens?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Athens, is 12.1°C (53.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Athens?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Athens?

In January, the average relative humidity in Athens is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Athens?

In Athens, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Athens?

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.

When does it start to snow in Athens?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Athens?

In Athens, in January, the average water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F). Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Athens have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Athens?

On the first day of January in Athens, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:46 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athens?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Athens, Greece.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Athens, Greece, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in January in Athens?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Athens is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

13.8°C 56.8°F

12.1°C 53.8°F

13.7°C 56.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.7km/h 9.8mph

16.7km/h 10.4mph

16.6km/h 10.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.5

16.3

14.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Athens, Greece

Average high temperature in January: 12.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.1°C).

Average low temperature in January: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Athens, Greece

Average pressure in January: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Athens, Greece

Average wind speed in January: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Athens, Greece

Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in January
Athens, Greece

Average rainfall in January: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Athens, Greece

Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Athens, Greece

Average snowfall in January: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average sea temperature in January
Athens, Greece

Average sea temperature in January: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Athens, Greece

Average daylight in January: 9h and 53min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 46min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 35min).

Average sunshine in January: 5h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Athens, Greece

Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Athens, Greece

Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Athens, Greece

Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Athens, Greece

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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January weather forecast
Athens, Greece

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