Aghios Nikolaos

What’s the weather like in Aghios Nikolaos in January?

The Aghios Nikolaos weather in January is pleasant with temperatures in the mid-teens throughout the month. There are a few Mediterranean showers scattered across the month, but you’ll still have plenty of sunshine each day to soak up the town’s culture, explore the sights and do some shopping.

Geographical influences

Found on the north coast of Crete, Agios Nikolaos is a superb coastal town boasting stunning sea views, sandy beaches and a great selection of restaurants in the town centre. The climate is quite mild and enjoyable in January with mild weather in the daytime and cooler temperatures arriving at night. There might be some snow in the higher elevated areas such as the nearby mountains, but snow usually doesn’t land in the town. Although it’s the coldest month of the year, the climate is much milder than the UK and there are plenty of indoor activities to keep you busy when you want to warm up and take a break from the chilly weather outside.

Averages

Agios Nikolaos weather in January is mild at 15°C, which is perfect weather for sightseeing and exploring the outdoors. Temperatures rarely drop below 9°C at night with chilly 10mph winds blowing in from the sea. Day trips to nearby cities and towns is a great way to see more of the island and with ten hours of glorious sunshine, you can continue to make the most out of your time in Crete. The average monthly rainfall is around 78mm paired with a humidity of 71%, which means there are at least eight days of rain throughout the month.