What is the weather like in Corfu in January?

Expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C with 34% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Corfu in January?

Corfu in January scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Corfu in January?

January in Corfu is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Corfu Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

9°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

31days

34% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

16.6°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Corfu coastline

Essential Travel Info for Corfu

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Greek

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.838

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic

26/ 100

Traffic Index

Quieter airport

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Greece. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Greece.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Greece.If rabies exposures occur while in Greece, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Corfu?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

January is excellent for visiting Corfu: comfortable 13°C temperatures, only 34% rain risk, and 6.7h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

12 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever, Leishmaniasis

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

48% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.15m waves - good for surfing and water sports
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 12.6°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 16.6°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Corfu in January averages 13°C with 34% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Corfu in January

What are the temperatures in Corfu in January?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 9°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Corfu in January?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Corfu in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Corfu?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Corfu Weather in January

Sea Temperature in January

Corfu January Weather Calendar

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is January a Good Time to Visit Corfu?

Decision Factors

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