Mykonos weather in January

January – the coldest month of the year – is not necessarily a good time to visit Mykonos.

You can expect windy and wet weather, with occasional sunshine.

How hot is it in Mykonos in January?
Maximum daytime temperatures in Mykonos in January reach an average high of 12°C (53°F), and low of 9°C (48°F).

How sunny is it in Mykonos in January?
There are on average three and a half hours of sunshine each day in Mykonos in January – that's around 37% of daylight hours.

Sunrise & sunset in January?
Sunrise is around 7:30am with sunset around 5:25pm.

How warm is the sea around Mykonos in January?
The average sea temperature in Mykonos in January is 16°C (61°F).

Does it rain in Mykonos in January?
There are usually 10 days with some rain in Mykonos in January; the average monthly rainfall is 100mm (4in).

How windy is it in Mykonos in January?
January sees an average hourly wind speed of 25 kilometres per hour (13 knots; 15 mph).

What to do in Mykonos in January?
While weather conditions in January may not be suitable for swimming and sunbathing, Mykonos Town offers several interesting places to visit, including the 18th century Church of the Panagia Paraportiani, the whitewashed windmills of Kato Myli and the photogenic area of Little Venice.

Explore the island on foot, bicycle or motorcycle, and discover the preserved ruins of classical antiquity on tiny Delos Island, just a short boat ride away.

Local holidays?
New Year's Day – 1st Jan; Epiphany – 6th Jan. January is the low season – a good time to avoid the summer crowds and take advantage of cheaper off-season flights and hotel rates.


Mykonos weather in January

Temperature icon High Temp: 12°C (53°F)
temperature icon Low Temp: 9°C (53°F)
sun icon Sunshine: 3.5 hours per day
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Moderately hot icon
Daylight: 10 hours per day
wind icon Wind speed: 25 km/h (13 knots; 15 mph)
umbrella icon Wet Days: 10 days with some rain
rain cloud Rainfall: 100mm (4in) per month
Cold icon Comfort Level: Cold & 71% humidity
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Low UV icon
UV Index: Low
swimming icon Sea Temp: 16°C (61°F)
Mykonos, Greece

Best time to visit Mykonos

The best time to visit Mykonos for a beach holiday is from mid-June to early-September.

However, anytime during spring and early summer, from mid-May to June, and the first two weeks of September, when the excessive summer heat has passed, is good to visit Mykonos.

Mykonos enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny summers and cool, wet winters.

Mykonos weather overview


Mykonos weather by month


Source: Meteorological data for Mykonos is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) at the closest weather station: Mykonos Airport (JMK), located about 4km (2.4mi) from Mykonos Town.

Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.


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Latest update: Mykonos weather in January: 12 June, 2024


Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.



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