What is Crete like in January?

Crete weather January If you don't mind the odd rain shower, January can be a good month to explore Crete. At this time of year, Crete has a cold average temperature of just 11°C. With highs of 16°C it can be mild in the afternoons, but the evenings can get chilly with lows of 8°C.



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Crete is an ideal place to visit all year round. Its mild climate and its unique mountainous features attract visitors before and after the established touristy summer season. Crete's stunning natural beauty awakens in visitors an imperative need to discover its mountains, its gorges, its paths.

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1. 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. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.

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The east of the island has less rain than the north and especially the north-west. In general, eastern Crete is warmer than western Crete, the southern part of the island is warmer than the northern, the western part of Crete has more vegetation and in the mountainous areas the weather is cooler.

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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. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.

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The temperature on Crete will be similar to Corfu, and the hours of sunshine, the main difference being that on Crete there is less rain – on average only three days in May might see a shower.

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So, while Greece may not be as warm as it is in the summer months, it can still be a great destination to visit in January for those who enjoy winter sports or cultural activities. It's important to pack warm clothing and layers to stay comfortable during the colder temperatures.

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You won't find balmy beach temperatures in Europe during the winter, but there are certainly several places that have milder weather. Let's look at some of the warmest places in Europe in winter: Portugal, Crete, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Sicily, Malta, Southern Turkey, and the Canary Islands.

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South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.

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The average Crete temperature decreases as you travel north. July and August are the warmest months, and January is the coldest month of the year. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC (70-90°F) and in winter between 10-15ºC (50-60°F).

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Cyprus is a warmer island (Weather in Cyprus). It's 19 º? + on average in March, and in April and May you can fully enjoy a beach holiday, whereas on Crete it is still cool. June is already a classic southern summer in Cyprus with temperatures close to 30º?+, whilst it is a slightly cooler 25º?+ on Crete.

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The temperature of most Greek seas is about 14-16°C during the coldest winter months (January through March), with 14°C being suggested by the Open Water Swimming societies as the minimum water temperature at which wetsuits are optional.

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Yes you can. For the most part the waters at Greek beaches begin to get cold after January. That doesn't mean you'll be hitting the beach and doing what you would do in the summer. Each season has its offerings, beauty and secrets so keep note.

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So, while Greece may not be as warm as it is in the summer months, it can still be a great destination to visit in January for those who enjoy winter sports or cultural activities. It's important to pack warm clothing and layers to stay comfortable during the colder temperatures.

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It depends on what type of experience you're looking for. The east side of Crete offers more rugged and less crowded beaches, while the west is known for its cosmopolitan cities and picturesque villages. If you want to relax and enjoy peace and quiet, then the East is your best bet.

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Chania Town is probably the most beautiful town in Crete. The Old Town of Chania, with the evident Medieval style, is a wonderful place to walk around, lined up with elegant Venetian mansions.

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