Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Mykonos in January
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.9 in (100 mm) falling in Mykonos, alongside highs near 57°F (14°C) and lows of 54°F (12°C).
Its comfort score of 67/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (100 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.2 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort slips from 71/100 in December to 67/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Mykonos in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Cerise Bar
Waterfront cocktail bar in Little Venice below the windmills, tables at the water's edge; on the old Caprice site.
Why now January scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Armenistis Lighthouse
1891 lighthouse on the northwest cape with wide views of Tinos.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Kiki's Tavern
Grill above Agios Sostis beach with no electricity, no reservations and big salads.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Little Venice
Old captains' houses built right over the waves.
Kato Mili
Row of windmills on a ridge above Little Venice.
Nearby in January
- Naxos in January~24 mi · highs 58°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santorini in January~73 mi · highs 57°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in January~95 mi · highs 54°F, 2.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Selçuk in January~117 mi · highs 54°F, 5.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Mykonos in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Mykonos?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 67/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Mykonos in January?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mykonos in January?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.6 in (523 mm).
What should I pack for Mykonos in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Mykonos in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.