Weather for Larnaca in January is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +61°F during the day, and approximately 10 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 6 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in January around 49 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Larnaca;
January is usually the wettest month of the year in Larnaca;
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Larnaca has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Larnaca in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Larnaca for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +66°F with a maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +43°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +63°F.
Is Larnaca warm or cold in January?
Larnaca is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +50°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Larnaca, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Larnaca in January
Water in Larnaca in January is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +67°F, with an average of +64°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +61°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Larnaca are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +83°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.
Can you swim in Larnaca in January?
Water temperature (+64°F) in Larnaca in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Larnaca in January
Larnaca weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+61°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+32°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+73°F
+79°F
Rainfall
56 mm
49 mm
33 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F
+64°F
+62°F
Humidity
71%
72%
71%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
11
10
10
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
5
6
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 49 mm.Humidity rises from 71% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in December to 10 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Larnaca in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Larnaca is gradually decreasing during January, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Larnaca based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 85 mm, with a 29% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 9 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
January is one of the rainiest months in Larnaca, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Larnaca wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 16% chance of precipitation and 56 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Larnaca?
This is the weather in Larnaca in January 2023:
1 January
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+67°F
2 January
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+68°F
3 January
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+67°F
4 January
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+71°F
5 January
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+67°F
6 January
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+67°F
7 January
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+67°F
8 January
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+66°F
9 January
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+63°F
10 January
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+64°F
11 January
🌧️
+66°F
12 January
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+65°F
13 January
🌧️
+58°F
14 January
🌧️
+58°F
15 January
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+62°F
16 January
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+61°F
17 January
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+65°F
18 January
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+67°F
19 January
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+68°F
20 January
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+67°F
21 January
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+68°F
22 January
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+68°F
23 January
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+68°F
24 January
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+68°F
25 January
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+67°F
26 January
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+66°F
27 January
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+67°F
28 January
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+68°F
29 January
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+66°F
30 January
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+61°F
31 January
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+62°F
In January 2023 Larnaca had 25 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Larnaca climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Larnaca in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+71°F) and the highest in 2010 (+79°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 85 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 577 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Larnaca in January:
Is January a good time to visit Larnaca?
January is a really good time to go to Larnaca. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Larnaca.
Can you sunbathe in Larnaca in January?
January has mild temperatures in Larnaca. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Larnaca in January?
In general, you can swim in Larnaca in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Larnaca rainy in January?
Larnaca is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Larnaca in January?
The amount of sunny days in Larnaca during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Larnaca, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.