Irákleion in January
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
12Rainy days (68 mm)
9:52 hDaylight
07:33Sunrise · 17:25 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.0 days)
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 7°C | 68 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 14°C | 7°C | 66 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 17°C | 8°C | 54 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 20°C | 11°C | 36 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 31 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| June | 28°C | 19°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 30°C | 21°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.8 |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 19 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 24°C | 16°C | 38 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| November | 19°C | 12°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| December | 15°C | 9°C | 64 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Irákleion in January?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Irákleion?
The best months are June, July, August, September.