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.
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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.
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How January compares across the year
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.