❄️ Not really. Average temperature: 12°C
No, it's cold at just 12°C. This isn't a warm weather destination during this month. Crete in January has an average air temperature of 12°C with sea temperatures around 16°C. You can expect 4 hours of sunshine per day and 80mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 16°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 4 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
If you're looking for heat in January, you might want to consider warmer alternatives. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Crete stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crete | 12°C | 16°C | 80mm | 4h |
| Alicante | 12°C | 14°C | 22mm | 6h |
| Ibiza | 12°C | 15°C | 35mm | 6h |
| Lisbon | 12°C | 15°C | 80mm | 5h |
| Mykonos | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
| Santorini | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
See how Crete's temperature changes throughout the year:
Looking for somewhere warm in January? These destinations are all 25°C+:
No, Crete in January has average temperatures of 12°C. It is not particularly warm this time of year. Sea temperatures are 16°C.
The sea at 16°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
There are warmer months to visit Crete. Consider checking February or other warm destinations for this time of year.
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