Monthly climate guide
Rhodes weather in January
January in Rhodes is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 12°C (53°F). The month usually brings about 177 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Rhodes.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Anthony Quinn Bay — showers are likely.
- Rain is above Rhodes's usual level, by about 178%.
January is typically Rhodes's coolest month.It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
15°C
58°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
177 mm
very wet
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Rhodes weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 58°F | 12°C / 53°F | 177 mm | 71% | 56% |
| February | 15°C / 60°F | 13°C / 55°F | 117 mm | 73% | 52% |
| March | 17°C / 62°F | 13°C / 56°F | 74 mm | 73% | 45% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 16°C / 60°F | 40 mm | 73% | 37% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 19°C / 66°F | 29 mm | 71% | 33% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 73°F | 9 mm | 67% | 14% |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 78°F | 5 mm | 62% | 5% |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 26°C / 79°F | 4 mm | 63% | 6% |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 19 mm | 62% | 9% |
| October | 25°C / 77°F | 21°C / 70°F | 56 mm | 64% | 25% |
| November | 21°C / 69°F | 18°C / 64°F | 85 mm | 66% | 37% |
| December | 17°C / 62°F | 14°C / 57°F | 149 mm | 69% | 50% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Rhodes?
Our Rhodes guide recommends: May–June and September–October for warm, sunny weather; July–August are hot and busy.
The west coast is windier; the east coast has calmer, warmer water.
Best time to visit Rhodes →Other Greece cities in January
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Rhodes in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Rhodes?
January is one of the wetter months in Rhodes, with about 177 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Rhodes in January?
Average highs are about 15°C (58°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rhodes in January?
Rhodes typically gets around 177 mm of rain in January — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Rhodes?
May–June and September–October for warm, sunny weather; July–August are hot and busy.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rhodes (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.