January is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Gialos Beach, and not recommended. January is too cold for swimming in Gialos Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Gialos Beach in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
The weather in January is quite chilly and not ideal for beach activities. The skies are often cloudy with occasional rain showers, making it less suitable for sunbathing. Swimming, snorkeling, and diving are not recommended due to the cold water temperatures. However, the strong winds during this time may be suitable for experienced windsurfers and kitesurfers seeking a challenge. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
January is the coldest month of the year in Lefkada, with temperatures ranging from 6-14°C. This means that Gialos Beach is not crowded at all during this month, as most people prefer visiting during the warmer months. There are no public holidays or special events that affect the beach's crowd levels in January.
The average maximum temperature in Gialos Beach in January is 13°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average temperature in Gialos Beach in January is 10°. The average temperature ranges is 11° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Gialos Beach in January is 7°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Gialos Beach in January are 9.8 and there are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Gialos Beach in January is typically 2.3 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 Gialos Beach in January is 15.6° 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 Gialos Beach in January is 2.1cm and on average there are 12.6 rainy days in January making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Gialos Beach in January is 8° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Gialos Beach in January is typically 92.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.7% in the previous month and 91.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Gialos Beach in January is typically 75.4%. The average relative humidity is 76.3% in the previous month and 73.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Gialos Beach in January is typically 25kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 27kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Gialos Beach in January is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Gialos Beach in January is from the East-Northeast.
