Is January a good time to visit Chalkidiki?

January is not an optimal month for Chalkidiki (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Chalkidiki in January?

In January, Chalkidiki sees daily highs of 10°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 6°C.

How much rain falls in Chalkidiki in January?

In January, Chalkidiki receives an average of 32 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Chalkidiki get in January?

Chalkidiki averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.

How warm is the water in Chalkidiki in January?

Water temperature in Chalkidiki in January averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Is January a good time to visit Chalkidiki?

January is not an optimal month for Chalkidiki (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Chalkidiki in January?

In January, Chalkidiki sees daily highs of 10°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 6°C.

How much rain falls in Chalkidiki in January?

In January, Chalkidiki receives an average of 32 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Chalkidiki get in January?

Chalkidiki averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.

How warm is the water in Chalkidiki in January?

Water temperature in Chalkidiki in January averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Chalkidiki · January

Low season

Greece · Europe

Max Temp

9.9°C

Min Temp

2.4°C

Sunshine

4.7 h/day

Rain Days

4 days

Water Temp

14.2°C

Rainfall

31.9 mm

Humidity

74%

Avg Temp

6°C

Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

January in Chalkidiki is on the cool side — with highs around 10°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.

Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (32 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C, the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.

Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.

Packing list for Chalkidiki in January

Warme Jacke
Pullover und warme Lagen
Lange Hosen
Wärmende Schuhe
Sonnencreme
Sonnenbrille
Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is January a good time to visit Chalkidiki?: January is not an optimal month for Chalkidiki (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
How warm is it in Chalkidiki in January?: In January, Chalkidiki sees daily highs of 10°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 6°C.
How much rain falls in Chalkidiki in January?: In January, Chalkidiki receives an average of 32 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Chalkidiki get in January?: Chalkidiki averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
How warm is the water in Chalkidiki in January?: Water temperature in Chalkidiki in January averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.