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Visiting Kos, Greece in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.7hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Kos.

January has total rainfall of 8.3cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). January is too cold for swimming in Kos for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Consider visiting Kos in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Kos in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Kos.

January has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.7hrs. January has total rainfall of 8.3cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Kos in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Kos for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (61°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Kos?

Probably not, January is not a good time for a holiday in Kos.

January has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.7hrs. January has total rainfall of 8.3cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Kos. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). January is too cold for swimming in Kos for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Kos warm in January?

No, Kos is a little too chilly for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Kos in January is 15°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 15°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kos in January is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Kos in January?

The average day light hours per day in Kos in January are 9.9. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.7hrs.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Kos in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Kos in January is 15°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 15°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kos in January is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Kos in January is 11°C (51°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 10°C (51°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Kos in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. During January the average day light hours are 9.9 per day in Kos. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.7hrs.

The ultraviolet index in Kos in January is typically 2.5 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.

Sea Temperature in Kos in January

The average sea water temperature in Kos in January is 15.9°C (60.6°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Kos in January

January weather is much drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into February. The average total rainfall in Kos in January is 8.3cm (3.3inches) and on average there are 12.7 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Kos in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Kos in January is 10°C (51°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Kos in January is typically 86.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.1% in the previous month and 87.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Kos in January is typically 72%. The average relative humidity is 73.3% in the previous month and 72.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Kos in January

The average maximum wind speed in Kos in January is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 22KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Kos in January is typically 12KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Kos in January is from the South West.

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