Mykonos · January
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 14° (57°)18° (64°) | 14° (57°)18° (64°) | 16° (61°)20° (68°) | 19° (66°)24° (75°) | 23° (73°)29° (84°) | 28° (82°)32° (90°) | 29° (84°)34° (93°) | 29° (84°)33° (91°) | 27° (81°)31° (88°) | 23° (73°)27° (81°) | 19° (66°)23° (73°) | 16° (61°)20° (68°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 10° (50°)4° (39°) | 10° (50°)5° (41°) | 11° (52°)6° (43°) | 14° (57°)9° (48°) | 17° (63°)13° (55°) | 21° (70°)17° (63°) | 24° (75°)21° (70°) | 24° (75°)21° (70°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 18° (64°)14° (57°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d51mm (2.0") | 3d29mm (1.1") | 2d16mm (0.6") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 3d29mm (1.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Mykonos is on the cool side — with highs around 14°C (57°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 14°C (57°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (51 mm (2.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°C (61°F), 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 Mykonos in January
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Mykonos?
- January is not an optimal month for Mykonos (Score: 48/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Mykonos in January?
- In January, Mykonos sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Mykonos in January?
- In January, Mykonos receives an average of 51 mm (2.0 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mykonos get in January?
- Mykonos averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mykonos in January?
- Water temperature in Mykonos in January averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.