What to pack for Athens in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Athens: April–May & September–November. See the full best time to visit Athens guide.
Athens in January: the details
In January, Athens sees average daytime highs of 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (42°F). Rainfall totals roughly 82 mm across 8.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.2 hours per day with 9.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the second-wettest in Athens. The sunniest month is June (13.6 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 12°C / 54°F |
| Overnight low | 6°C / 42°F |
| Rainfall | 82 mm over 8.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.2 h/day (9.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 6.2 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Athens, Greece (37.98, 23.73) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Athens in January?
Daytime highs in Athens in January average 12°C (54°F); nights drop to about 6°C.
Does it rain in Athens in January?
Expect around 8.3 rainy days and 82 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Athens?
January is a fair shoulder-season month in Athens — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 6.2/10. The best months are April–May & September–November.
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