Mália weather in January (Crete, Greece)

How is the weather in Mália in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Mália typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 16°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.

Mália in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 120 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mália. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mália climate page with graphs.

 

Mália, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 120 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in January

Find out more about the weather in Greece in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Mália in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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