The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Zakynthos sees 57°F during the day with 4.9h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 41% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Zakynthos. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
18°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Zakynthos is September (8.9/10), 4.7 pts higher than January.
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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 trend ⓘ+2.32°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 57°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 43%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Zakynthos ?
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.
37.78°N · 20.90°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Zakynthos?
September is the best month with 84°F highs, 72°F lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Zakynthos get in September?
Zakynthos averages 7.4 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 Zakynthos?
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 Zakynthos in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Zakynthos good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Zakynthos scores 4.1/10 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 Zakynthos?
January is the most difficult month to visit Zakynthos, 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 Zakynthos in January?
In January, the sea averages 64°F in Zakynthos: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Zakynthos in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Zakynthos (low), with about 9.7h of daylight. No protection needed.