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Heraklion in January
The weather in January
In January, Heraklion averages daytime highs of 15° and night-time lows of 9° — cool weather by day. Expect around 120 mm of precipitation spread over about 16 wet days, with average cloud cover near 35%.
Days are 1.3° cooler than in December on average, and February brings little change. The sea averages 16°, too cold for most swimmers.
January scores 51/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 12th of the twelve months for Heraklion. For the most comfortable weather, consider April, May and June instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:28 and sets at 17:30 local time, giving 10 h 02 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 37 minutes over the month.
Why 51/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 14/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Heraklion this month
Greece's best in January
Heraklion in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Heraklion?
January scores 51/100 for Heraklion, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 15°C with 16 wet days.
How warm is Heraklion in January?
Daytime highs average 15°C and night-time lows 9°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Heraklion in January?
Heraklion receives about 120 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 16 days.
Can you swim in Heraklion in January?
The sea averages 16°C in January, cold for most swimmers.