Greece weather JanuaryAlthough temperatures can be brisk, it's often much warmer than the UK, so holidays to Greece in winter can be a good way to avoid the icy weather back home. Cloudy days are quite frequent, and with a moderate risk of rain it's worth packing a waterproof in case of wet weather.
What is the weather like in Greece in January?
January is by far the coldest month of the year in Athens with daytime temperatures around 55°F (13°C) (sometimes climbing to 60 to 62°F (17°C)) and nighttime lows dropping to about 45°F (7°C). Precipitation-wise, it can vary widely with mostly grey, overcast skies mixed with scattered rainstorms.