January weather forecastKalamata, Greece

January

Weather in January

As Kalamata, Greece greets the New Year, winter continues to prevail over the picturesque city. The city experiences an average low temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F) and a high of around 12.3°C (54.1°F), with greyness hanging in the atmosphere due to the 36% average cloud cover. Breezes from the Ionian sea waft across the city, bringing with them a chilly tang. Precipitation is frequent, being most abundant in January, at 60mm (2.36"). Days are short, with January having the least amount of daylight throughout the year.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 12.3°C (54.1°F) to a low of 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Kalamata is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall in Kalamata is January. January has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

Sea temperature

In Kalamata, the average seawater temperature in January is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: A surface water temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:54 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kalamata are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Kalamata, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and a low of 6.7°C (44.1°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Kalamata, is 12.3°C (54.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F).

January is the most humid month in Kalamata, Greece, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

January is the month with the most rainfall in Kalamata. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

In Kalamata, Greece, during January, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall days in Kalamata, Greece, is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days.

January is the first month it typically snows in Kalamata, Greece. Throughout January, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

In Kalamata, the average seawater temperature in January is 16°C (60.8°F). Swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In January, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, in Kalamata, Greece, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:54 EET.

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kalamata.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kalamata is 6h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kalamata, Greece, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

14.2°C

12.3°C

13.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.3km/h

12.1km/h

12.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.5

13.3

11.8

Average snowfall days

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.8

15.7

13.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average high temperature in January: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 6.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average pressure in January: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average wind speed in January: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average rainfall in January: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.7 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average sea temperature in January: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Kalamata, Greece

Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Kalamata, 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).