January weather forecastPlatanias, Greece

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a moderate winter month in Platanias, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8°C (46.4°F) and 14°C (57.2°F).

Temperature

The months of January and February bring the lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 14°C (57.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Platanias is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 16°C (60.8°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Platanias, Greece, is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of January, in Platanias, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:50 EET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

During January and February, Platanias experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).

During January, Platanias experiences an average high-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F).

The month with the most rainfall in Platanias is January, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

In Platanias, in January, during 13 rainfall days, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Platanias, Greece, in January, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°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).

In January, the average day length in Platanias is 10h and 4min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, in Platanias, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:50 EET.

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

The average sunshine duration in January in Platanias, Greece, is 4h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
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Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Platanias, Greece

  • Average high temperature in January: 14°C

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

  • Average low temperature in January: 8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).

Average rainfall in January
Platanias, Greece

  • Average rainfall in January: 137mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Platanias, Greece

  • Average rainfall days in January: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Platanias, 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
Platanias, Greece

  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 13h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in January
Platanias, 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).