January weather forecast
Patras, Greece

Patras, Greece begins the calendar year with fairly cool temperatures. The month's weather is characterized by the city's mild Mediterranean climate with a significant amount of rainfall. January proudly holds the third-highest rainfall levels, reaching up to 89mm (3.5"). Transitioning from chilly December, January observes an average increase in temperatures, both high and low. As the days gradually become longer, the month is perceived as a triggering point for a slow but steady journey towards spring.

Temperature

Patras reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 14.5°C (58.1°F) at the peak and 6.1°C (43°F) at the lowest.

Rainfall

In January, in Patras, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Patras is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:53 EET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Patras are January, February, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Patras, Greece, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.