January weather forecastRethimno, Greece

January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a moderate winter month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature ranging between max 14°C (57.2°F) and min 8°C (46.4°F).Temperature
January is the month when Rethimno experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low of 8°C (46.4°F).Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Rethimno is January, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F).Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Rethimno, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:48 EET.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Rethimno, Greece, are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Rethimno, Greece
- Average high temperature in January: 14°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (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
Rethimno, Greece
- Average rainfall in January: 142mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Rethimno, Greece
- Average rainfall days in January: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Rethimno, Greece
- Average sea temperature in January: 16.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.1°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rethimno, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in January
Rethimno, 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).





