Beach weather in Corfu, Greece in January

So you're interested in going to Corfu, Greece in January

January is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Corfu, and not recommended. January is too cold for swimming in Corfu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Corfu in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

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Temperature in Corfu in January

The average maximum temperature in Corfu in January is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.

The average temperature in Corfu 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 Corfu in January is 6°. The minimum temperature is 7° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.

Sunshine in Corfu in January

The average day light hours per day in Corfu in January are 9.7 and there are 4 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it not a particularly sunny month.

The ultraviolet index in Corfu 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.

Sea Temperature in Corfu in January

The average sea water temperature in Corfu in January is 15.2° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Corfu in January

The average total rainfall in Corfu in January is 4cm and on average there are 14.9 rainy days in January making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Corfu in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Corfu 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 Corfu in January is typically 93.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.8% in the previous month and 92.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Corfu in January is typically 77.1%. The average relative humidity is 78.8% in the previous month and 76.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Corfu in January

The average maximum wind speed in Corfu in January is typically 23kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Corfu in January is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Corfu in January is from the South East.