The weather in January is generally cold and wet, with frequent rain showers and strong winds. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended due to the cold water and lack of sunshine. However, windsurfing and kitesurfing may be possible for experienced enthusiasts, as the strong winds create suitable conditions for these activities. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
Elafonisi Beach in January is generally quiet and not crowded at all, as it is the winter season in Crete. The water is cold, and the weather is not suitable for swimming or sunbathing. There are no public holidays or special events during this month that affect the crowd levels.
The average maximum temperature in Elafonsi in January is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 16° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average temperature in Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi in January is 15.5° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi 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 Elafonsi in January is from the North West.
