January weather forecast
Chania, Greece

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The lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece
The lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece

Weather in January

Looking at Chania, Greece's climate data, it becomes evident that January is typically the coldest month. Nonetheless, the city experiences a somewhat mild winter with average high temperatures reaching 13.3°C (55.9°F). During this time, the city bears the brunt of the elements, with high humidity at 77%, coupled with 91mm (3.58") of rainfall spread over an estimated 17.6 days. Chania's geographical position lends itself a coastal climate, meaning that even in colder months, the sea temperature remains relatively warm. Despite the often gloomy weather, the quiet, quaint streets of Chania retain their charm, promising a unique winter experience.

Temperature

In Chania, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 13.3°C (55.9°F) and reaching a low of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 91mm (3.58") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:49 EET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low of 9.2°C (48.6°F), is the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 13.3°C (55.9°F) and 9.2°C (48.6°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Chania, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 91mm (3.58") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Chania, in January, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 91mm (3.58") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Chania?

In Chania, in January, the average water temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F). Swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Chania have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:49 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Chania have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Chania?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Chania, Greece

Average temperature in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Chania, Greece

Average pressure in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average pressure in January: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Chania, Greece

Average wind speed in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average wind speed in January: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Chania, Greece

Average humidity in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average rainfall in January: 91mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall days in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Chania, Greece

Average sea temperature in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chania, Greece

Average sunshine days in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Chania, Greece

Average UV index in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Chania, Greece

Average cloud cover in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in January
Chania, Greece

Average visibility in January - Chania, Greece
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Chania, Greece

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