Crete · January
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
15.5°C
Min Temp
9.4°C
Sunshine
5.5 h/day
Rain Days
9 days
Water Temp
16.3°C
Rainfall
92.9 mm
Humidity
73%
Avg Temp
12.4°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Crete is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 16°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 12°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 9 rain days (93 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°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.
Kreta im Winterfrühling: Die Berge des Psiloritis tragen noch Schnee, die Olivenernte ist vorbei, der Strand gehört den Fischern. Für Wanderer auf dem E4-Fernwanderweg oder in der noch geschlossenen Samaria-Schlucht ist das die ungestörteste Zeit.
Packing list for Crete in January
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Crete?
- January is not an optimal month for Crete (Score: 35/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Crete in January?
- In January, Crete sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 12°C.
- How much rain falls in Crete in January?
- In January, Crete receives an average of 93 mm of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Crete get in January?
- Crete averages 6 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Crete in January?
- Water temperature in Crete in January averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.