The weather in January is quite cold and windy, making it not the most ideal time for a beach holiday at Balos Lagoon. The sea is chilly, and the skies are often overcast, with occasional rain showers. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended during this month, and water sports like snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are also not ideal due to the rough sea conditions and colder temperatures. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
In January, Balos Lagoon is not crowded at all, as it is the off-season for tourism in Crete. The weather is relatively cold, and there are no public holidays or special events taking place during this month.
The average maximum temperature in Balos Lagoon in January is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 16° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average temperature in Balos Lagoon in January is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 13° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Balos Lagoon in January is 9°. The minimum temperature is 10° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Balos Lagoon in January are 10 and there are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Balos Lagoon in January is typically 2.6 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Balos Lagoon in January is 16.2° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in Balos Lagoon in January is 9.8cm and on average there are 16 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Balos Lagoon in January is 9° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in January is typically 91%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.3% in the previous month and 90.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in January is typically 75.5%. The average relative humidity is 75.4% in the previous month and 73.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Balos Lagoon in January is typically 28kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 31kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Balos Lagoon in January is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Balos Lagoon in January is from the North West.
