January weather forecastSitia, Greece

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January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another refreshing winter month in Sitia, Greece, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9°C (48.2°F) and an average high of 15°C (59°F).

Temperature

The months of January and February are noted for their lowest temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Sitia is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Sitia, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:42 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 Sitia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

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

January and February are the coldest months in Sitia, Greece, with an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

During January, Sitia experiences an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F) and a low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F).

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

In Sitia, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

In Sitia, Greece, in January, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Sitia, Greece, the average day length in January is 10h and 6min.

On the first day of January in Sitia, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:42 EET.

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

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

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sitia is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in January
Sitia, Greece

Average high temperature in January: 15°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (15°C).

Average low temperature in January: 9°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 (9°C).

Average rainfall in January
Sitia, Greece

Average rainfall in January: 130mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sitia, Greece

Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (1 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Sitia, Greece

Average sea temperature in January: 17.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (16.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sitia, 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).