Can you swim in Athens in January?

Can you swim in Athens in January? While elsewhere in Europe, winter swimming means wetsuits or plunging into frozen lakes for just a few seconds at a time, the climate in Athens means temperatures permit (relatively) pleasurable swimming all year round.

Is it safe to swim in Athens?

Greater Athens features the longest coastline of any European capital, with Athens' beaches consistently awarded Blue Flag status for their high standards in water quality and cleanliness. Summer and swimming in Greece is a sacred ritual and most Greeks count the number of swims they have achieved for the season.

Is January a good time to go to Athens?

January is the coldest month of the year in Athens—nighttime lows dip to 45°F (7°C)—but it can also be one of the best months to visit due to the lack of crowds.

Is it worth visiting Athens in winter?

Festive Spirit - The Christmas spirit takes over Athens, much like the rest of the world, in December. It is an amazing time to visit Athens as you will get a sneak-peek into the unique Christmas traditions of Greece and relish the local Christmas treats that are not available at any other time of the year.

What is open in Athens in January?

Can you go swimming in Greece in January?

Yes you can. For the most part the waters at Greek beaches begin to get cold after January. That doesn't mean you'll be hitting the beach and doing what you would do in the summer. Each season has its offerings, beauty and secrets so keep note.

Is it warm enough to swim in Greece in December?

At the same time, the water temperatures have also dropped from 28 ^?C (82F) in July and August, to 22 ^?C (71) in October, down to 16-18 ^?C (around 60F) in November, December and January and around 12-14 ^?C (around 53F) in February and March. But bear in mind that water temperatures drop at a slower pace.

Where is the warmest water in Greece?

By far the warmest waters of Greece: The small island of Kastelorizo. Around the island one can find almost tropical sea life, including sponges, normally not found so far north. Next the east coast of Rhodes. The big island of Crete, further south, has cooler waters, caused by currents.

Is it worth going to Athens in winter?

Athens sees the most number of tourists during the summer months of July and August which is the peak season here but one can head here all year round. The advantage of visiting during the winter is a lesser number of tourists and no queues at the archaeological sites and museums.

Is Athens worth visiting in winter?

From crowd-free monuments to Christmas festivities, carnival parties, and mountain escapes, Athens has some great moves up its sleeve in December, January and February. Winter casts its own mythical light over the Acropolis. To visit Athens in winter is to encounter a city of locals.

Is Greece too cold in January?

January is the middle of winter in Greece, and temperatures are generally cool to cold, especially in the northern parts of the country. The average high temperature in Athens is around 14°C (57°F) during the day, while nighttime temperatures can drop to around 5°C (41°F).

How late in the year can you swim in Greece?

Well, here's the good news. Yes, you can swim and safely sit in the sun until early December. There are some tips of course and best beaches where the waters tend to be warmer late into the year.

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