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Greece · Ships call at Piraeus, Greece
Cool, the wettest month
Piraeus (Athens) in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 60°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool, the wettest month.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Grand Mediterranean Discovery (22 Nights)
Celestyal Cruises
Sails Dec 19, 2026
Spice Trail Sail Rome (Civitavecchia) To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Dec 21, 2026
Cities Of Antiquity
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Mediterranean Antiquities
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 23, 2026
Iconic Mediterranean Treasures
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 23, 2026
Cruises from Athens leave from Piraeus, the city’s port on the Saronic Gulf. There are three cruise terminals, A, B and C, a short walk apart. Many cruisers spend a day in central Athens first for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and Plaka.
The average high temperature in Piraeus (Athens) during January is 60°F, with a low of 50°F.
Piraeus (Athens) typically sees 2 days of rain in January. Cool, the wettest month.
For a January cruise to Piraeus (Athens), you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.