Greece in January
Deep winter: snow in the northern mountains, a working Athens, and most of the island infrastructure simply switched off.
Is January a good time to visit Greece?
January is one of the better months across Greece, with crowds averaging 30/100 and typical highs near 14°C.
What closes and what fills up in January
- New Year’s Day, 1 January
- Epiphany, 6 January, marked nationwide with the Blessing of the Waters
Greece city by city in January
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How January compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Greece?
January is one of the better months across Greece, with crowds averaging 30/100 and typical highs near 14°C.
How busy is Greece in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Greece sits near 30/100 in January. The calmest of them is Santorini.
What is the weather like in Greece in January?
Expect average highs near 14°C and lows near 8°C, with roughly 11 wet days — though Greece varies by region.