Is Athens Greece warm in January?

January is by far the coldest month of the year in Athens with daytime temperatures around 55°F (13°C) (sometimes climbing to 60 to 62°F (17°C)) and nighttime lows dropping to about 45°F (7°C). Precipitation-wise, it can vary widely with mostly grey, overcast skies mixed with scattered rainstorms.



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Crete. Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C.

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Athens sees the most number of tourists during the summer months of July and August which is the peak season here but one can head here all year round. The advantage of visiting during the winter is a lesser number of tourists and no queues at the archaeological sites and museums.

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While elsewhere in Europe, winter swimming means wetsuits or plunging into frozen lakes for just a few seconds at a time, the climate in Athens means temperatures permit (relatively) pleasurable swimming all year round.

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Having said that, here are a few suggestions for your winter in Athens packing list:
  • Warm clothes (Jackets, gloves, scarves, winter hats, etc)
  • A raincoat for the rainy days.
  • Comfortable footwear for getting around and sightseeing.
  • Extra pairs of socks. ...
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen. ...
  • Mosquito repellent.


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The long history and rich culture of Athens have made this city an interesting destination in Greece, particularly for its fine archaeological sites. In brief, it is recommended to stay at least 3 full days in order to visit the most impressive and significant sights, taste the traditional cuisine and shop leisurely.

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With the highest average monthly rainfall (4.5 inches/115 ml), least daily hours of sunshine, and some of the coolest temperatures of the year, January in Santorini is not the best month weather-wise.

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This one is a close call with both destinations seeing temperatures sitting in the balmy mid- to late-twenties during the summer months. Out of the peak season, the Greek island of Crete warms up as early as May hitting around 25C, while the Algarve isn't far behind at around 22C.

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While it's not warm enough to sunbathe and swim in the sea, the weather in Mykonos in January is perfect for a relaxing break on this peaceful island. The average temperature is 12°C, dropping to lows of around 8°C at night.

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But despite this, temperatures remain mild or even high by European standards at this time of year, with 48-57°F (9-14°C) the average temperature: not too bad for sight-seeing or even hiking and cycling.

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Winters are mild, generally. But very cold days, with snow, can happen. You should wear warm clothes. Gloves are not necessary (except if you are going to the mountains to ski…).

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Greece. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price. High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January.

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There are two options to reach Santorini Island from Athens, the capital of Greece. One is by airplane through Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos and the other is by ferryboat from Piraeus Port.

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Peak season is summer, when Athens is packed with tourists, and hotel prices can be high. July and August are the hottest. The best time to visit is late spring (May) and fall (Sept–Oct). It's pleasant, with comfortable weather, no rain, and smaller crowds (except during holiday weekends).

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First-timers to Athens should stay in one of the walkable, central neighborhoods with easy access to the Acropolis, Agoras, and museums. Monastiraki, Plaka, Syntagma, Psirri, Makriyanni, and the City Center are just about perfect.

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If you have less than 24 hours here, the Acropolis should be your priority. But you can easily spend up to five days getting to know the city, with options for day trips including important sites like Delphi and the nearby wine region in Attica.

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White and light colors (choose an outfit in light colors such as white, blue, pink, or light beige to emphasize the natural beauty of the island, which is famous for its beautiful white architecture, white beaches, and clear blue sea);

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Greeks are very demonstrative and affectionate. Nodding your head yes is not polite; say yes instead. Yes is signified by a slight downward nod of the head; “no is a slight upward nod of the head. The “O.K.” sign is a rude gesture; thumbs up means O.K.

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