The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Thessaloniki sees 52°F during the day with 3.2h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Thessaloniki. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
1°
Sea
11°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 41
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Thessaloniki is September (8.9/10), 4.6 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Greece
🗣️LanguageGreek
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trendData unavailable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 52°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 25%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Thessaloniki ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.9 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.64°N · 22.94°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Thessaloniki?
September is the best month with 82°F highs, 64°F lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Thessaloniki get in September?
Thessaloniki averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Thessaloniki?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Thessaloniki in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Thessaloniki good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Thessaloniki scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Thessaloniki?
January is the most difficult month to visit Thessaloniki, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Thessaloniki in January?
In January, the sea averages 52°F in Thessaloniki: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Thessaloniki in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Thessaloniki (low), with about 9.4h of daylight. No protection needed.