What is the weather like in Thessaloniki in January?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C with 18% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Thessaloniki in January?

Thessaloniki in January scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Thessaloniki in January?

January in Thessaloniki is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Thessaloniki Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 15

Rainy Days

1days

18% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Aegean Sea(Αιγαίο Πέλαγος)

10.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Aegean Sea

Αιγαίο Πέλαγος

Thessaloniki coastline

Essential Travel Info for Thessaloniki

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Greek

Driving

Right side

Connect

As of 2021, Thessaloniki has 5G from Cos...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.838

Travel Intelligence

Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Thessaloniki

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Airport-to-Airport Logistics

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

40/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Jul

100

Aug

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Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)

Larnarca Larnaca (LCA)

Düsseldorf (DUS)

Frankfurt-am-Main (FRA)

Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)

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 Thessaloniki?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(65/100)

Short Answer

Bundle up for Thessaloniki in January: temperatures hover around 10°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night. Just 18% rain probability but bring winter layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold sea - swimming challenging

10.1°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

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

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.2m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

51% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 10.1°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Thessaloniki in January averages 9°C with 18% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Thessaloniki in January

What are the temperatures in Thessaloniki in January?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Thessaloniki in January?

Expect around 1 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Thessaloniki in January?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is January peak season in Thessaloniki?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Thessaloniki Weather in January

Sea Temperature in January

Thessaloniki January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Thessaloniki

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

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 Thessaloniki?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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