January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

A white boat on clear waters viewed against stunning white rocks on Milos Island, in Greece

Weather in January

The initial embrace of the new year greets Milos with the dual elements of cold and damp. Records show temperatures ranging from 9°C to 14°C sprinkled with rainfall of around 90mm. This month serves as a transition from the sharp winter into the sunny Greek climate. The limited sunshine makes it ideal for indoor activities while the environmental transition promises the start of better weather ahead.

Temperature

The coldest period in Milos, with an average high-temperature of 14°C, falls in January and February.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Milos is January, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 90mm of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Milos, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.2°C.
Note: For the majority, swimming in 16.2°C does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C, the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Milos is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January in Milos, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:46 EET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Milos. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Milos?

The months of January and February bring the lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 14°C.

What are the temperatures in Milos in January?

In January, in Milos, the average high-temperature is 14°C, and the average low-temperature is 9°C.

What is the wettest month in Milos?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Milos. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 90mm of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Milos?

In Milos, during January, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm of precipitation.

How cold is the water in January in Milos?

In Milos, in January, the average water temperature is 16.2°C. For most, swimming in 16.2°C is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C to 15°C.

What is the average length of the day in January in Milos?

In Milos, Greece, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Milos?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, in Milos, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:46 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Milos?

The months with the least sunshine in Milos, Greece, are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Milos?

In Milos, Greece, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Milos?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Milos?

In Milos, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in January
Milos, Greece

Average high temperature in January: 14°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

Average low temperature in January: 9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (9°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Milos, Greece

Average rainfall in January: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (90mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Milos, Greece

Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Milos, Greece

Average sea temperature in January: 16.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 14h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

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Average UV index in January
Milos, Greece

Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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January weather forecast
Milos, Greece

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