January weather forecastCorfu, Greece

Beautiful white sandy beaches and clear waters in a village in Corfu Island, Greece

January

Weather in January

In Corfu, the weather transitions from the chill of winter to the mild conditions of spring. This change is marked by a noticeable increase in temperature from 13.9°C (57°F) to 14.2°C (57.6°F). Outdoor activities become more conducive as the sun begins to shine brighter, and the chill in the air fades. The crispness of January mornings provides a contrast to the warming afternoons. The city witnesses a harmonious blend of nature's elements with a medley of sunlight, rainfall, wind, and moderate temperatures.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Corfu, exhibiting average temperatures of 13.9°C (57°F) at the peak and 5.1°C (41.2°F) at the base.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Corfu is 75.4%.

Rainfall

In Corfu, in January, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 137mm (5.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.7 rainfall days, and 1097mm (43.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Corfu is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of January, in Corfu, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:58 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the month when Corfu, Greece, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 13.9°C (57°F) and a low of 5.1°C (41.2°F).

The high-temperature during January is 13.9°C (57°F) and the low-temperature is 5.1°C (41.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Corfu, Greece, is 75.4%.

In Corfu, Greece, during January, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

In Corfu, in January, the average water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in January in Corfu is 9h and 44min.

On the first day of January in Corfu, Greece, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:58 EET.

In Corfu, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Corfu, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal 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

15.3°C

13.9°C

14.2°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

17.5

16.1

14.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Corfu, Greece

Average high temperature in January: 13.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.1°C).

Average humidity in January
Corfu, Greece

Average humidity in January: 75.4%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77.5%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Corfu, Greece

Average rainfall in January: 136.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (187.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9.2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Corfu, Greece

Average rainfall days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Corfu, Greece

Average sea temperature in January: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.2°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine in January: 3h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average UV index in January
Corfu, Greece

Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).