Crete in January: weather, sea & travel advice
Crete in January is climatically mixed. Days are around 14 °C (cool), and the sea is about 17 °C. With about 9 rainy days it is moderate.
Crete · JanuaryPhoto: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 14 °C
- Night
- 12 °C
- Sea
- 17 °C
- Rainy days
- 9 rainy days
- Sun
- 3 h/day
- Humidity
- 76 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachUnsuitable32/100
City breakGood67/100
ActiveGood65/100
FamilyUnsuitable39/100
In favour
- No particular highlights.
To consider
- Rather cool at around 14 °C
- Sea still cool (17 °C)
All months at a glance
14J
14F
16M
19A
22M
26J
28J
28A
26S
23O
19N
16D
9J
7F
6M
4A
2M
1J
0J
1A
3S
6O
8N
10D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Crete in January?
Daytime highs average around 14 °C, with nights around 12 °C.
Can you swim in Crete in January?
The sea is about 17 °C (cold).
Does it rain a lot in Crete in January?
On the long-term average, expect about 9 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Crete?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.