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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Greece for your holiday.
Climate Overview
1 °C to 33 °C
12 °C to 26 °C
0 – 7.13 in (0 – 14 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 15 °C (Gerakini) and 18.8 °C (Rhodes)
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Geographical location
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Greece is located in southeastern Europe and borders on Albania, Bulgaria, Macedonia and Turkey. The Mediterranean Sea forms a natural border from the southwest to the northeast.
Greece is known for its 3054 islands. Only 87 of them are inhabited. About 10.8 million people live on an area of 86000 square miles. This results in a population density of 82 inhabitants per square kilometre.
Crete is the largest Greek island, it lies quite far south and is a popular tourist destination just like the Peloponnese and the mainland region Chalkidiki around Thessaloniki.
The capital Athens is world-famous for its old town and historical buildings such as the Acropolis. Athens is not only a political and economic centre Greece, but also very popular as a tourist destination. From Düsseldorf, the capital can be reached in about three hours flying time.
Climate in Greece
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Greece has a temperate Mediterranean climate. Temperatures rise to over 20 °C early in the year. In both Thessaloniki and Athens, temperatures of around 30 °C can be found in June. These high temperatures ebb away only minimally until October and the precipitation values are very low. These long periods of drought repeatedly lead to forest fires, primarily in the southern regions.
In the north of the country, summer shows itself from a slightly different side. A light wind ensures more pleasant temperatures here. In winter, precipitation increases somewhat and showers also regularly occur in coastal areas. Temperatures in Athens drop to less than 10 °C. In the mountainous interior and even on the southern island of Crete it can occasionally even snow in winter.
Best Time to Visit Greece: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. 13 °C Water max. 14 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. 14 °C Water max. 14 °C | MarchMar TemperaturesTemp. up to 16 °C Water max. 14 °C | AprilApr TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C Water max. 15 °C | MayMay TemperaturesTemp. up to 25 °C | JuneJun Best time to traveltime Perfect climate in GreecePerf. climate in Greece |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime Perfect climate in GreecePerf. climate in Greece | AugustAug Best time to traveltime Perfect climate in GreecePerf. climate in Greece | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime Perfect climate in GreecePerf. climate in Greece | OctoberOct TemperaturesTemp. up to 23 °C | NovemberNov TemperaturesTemp. up to 19 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. 15 °C Water max. 16 °C |
When to travel to Greece?
The warm climate in summer offers ideal conditions for a holiday and is therefore recommended as the best time to travel in Greece from June to September. The excellent water temperatures in the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea complement the high number of daily sunshine hours and provide excellent weather conditions.
Truly divine temperatures on the Greek islands and on the south coast also offer ideal conditions for sailing trips or round trips. Athens in particular, but also Thessaloniki in the northeast of the country, are worth a visit. A classic seaside holiday is possible at the best time of the year in all coastal and island regions of Greece. The season usually runs from mid-May to mid-October.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Greece) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Athens | June, July, August, and September |
| Thessaloniki | June, July, August, and September |
| Iraklion | June, July, August, September, and October |
| Rhodes | June, July, August, and September |
| Corfu | June, July, August, and September |
| Santorini | June, July, August, September, and October |
| Mykonos | June, July, August, and September |
| Kos | June, July, August, September, and October |
| Paros | June, July, August, and September |
| Gerakini | June, July, August, and September |
| Kefalonia | June, July, August, and September |
| Zakynthos | May, June, July, August, September, and October |
Climate Charts Greece
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Athens
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Greece
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Greece, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Athens (Greece)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 13° | 14° | 16° | 20° | 25° | 30° | 33° | 32° | 29° | 23° | 19° | 15° |
| Night Temperature | 7° | 7° | 8° | 12° | 15° | 20° | 23° | 22° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 8° |
| Water Temperature | 14° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 21° | 19° | 16° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.77 | 1.89 | 1.69 | 1.1 | 0.67 | 0.39 | 0.16 | 0.2 | 0.47 | 1.89 | 2.01 | 2.64 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 4 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Athens is 17.7 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (27 °C)
Coldest month: January (9.3 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Athens is 24 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 14.88 inch on 45 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Athens.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 12.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Thessaloniki (Greece)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 10° | 12° | 14° | 20° | 25° | 30° | 32° | 33° | 28° | 22° | 17° | 12° |
| Night Temperature | 1° | 2° | 5° | 8° | 13° | 17° | 19° | 20° | 16° | 12° | 8° | 3° |
| Water Temperature | 12° | 12° | 13° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 16° | 14° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.54 | 1.57 | 1.81 | 1.42 | 1.73 | 1.22 | 0.87 | 0.83 | 1.06 | 1.57 | 2.24 | 2.09 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Thessaloniki is 16.2 °C.Warmest month: July (27 °C)
Coldest month: January (5.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Thessaloniki is 25 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, and October
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 17.95 inch on 63 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
For culture lovers, the capital Athens has endless possibilities to offer. Whether the world-famous Acropolis, the historic Parthenon or the wonderful Old Town Plaka, Athens has the right offer for every taste. In the Kastraki region you can find the impressive Metéora monasteries. These have been impressively built amidst rock formations and represent an absolute attraction.
Other popular destinations in Greece are the Chalkidiki region with its three peninsula fingers and the Greek islands such as Crete, Kos, Mykonos, Corfu, Santorin or Rhodes. Meanwhile, the Meteora monasteries (Thessaly region), the ruins of the city of Olympia and the oracle of Delphi are among the UNESCO cultural heritage sites. The old towns of Corfu and Rhodes also carry the coveted UNESCO classification as a world heritage site.
More information about the best things to do: Crete | Rhodes | Cos | mykonos | Santorini | Halkidiki | Corfu | Athens
Popular Activities
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Visit the Athens Acropolis and explore the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 1.5-hour walking tour. Discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site with a licensed guide. End at the summit with free time to explore on your own.
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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus | Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour | Athens: Full-Day Meteora Trip by Train in English or Spanish | Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora | Athens: Acropolis & Top Attractions Tickets with Audio Guide | Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon, & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour | From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Athens (Station Metaxourgio)
broken clouds, 3.8 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 16 mph N
Air Pressure: 1026 hPa Humidity: 78 %
Air Pressure: 1026 hPa Humidity: 78 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 09:30 am
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| 0.01 in of rain | 0.01 in of snow | 0.03 in of rain | 0.02 in of rain | 0.02 in of rain | 0.01 in of rain |
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following regions:Hottest Month
July: 33 °C
Day Temperature in Athens
July: 33 °CDay Temperature in Athens
Coldest Month
January: 1 °C
Night Temperature in Gerakini
January: 1 °CNight Temperature in Gerakini
Rainiest Month
November: 7.13 in
Rain in Corfu
November: 7.13 inRain in Corfu
Driest Month
July: 0 in
Rain in Rhodes
July: 0 inRain in Rhodes
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 26 °C
Water Temperature in Kefalonia
August: 26 °CWater Temperature in Kefalonia
Sunniest Month
July: 14 hours/day
Sunshine in Santorini
July: 14 hours/daySunshine in Santorini
Activities and Attractions
Athens: Boat Tour to Agistri, Aegina with Moni Swimming Stop
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Athens: Red Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Piraeus and Beach Rivera
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Distances to Greece
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | 1490 mi | 4930 mi | 6900 mi |
| Thessaloniki | 1330 mi | 4790 mi | 6720 mi |
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Greece: Experiences of our Visitors
Crete in September World Best clima
2 weeks in the south of the island
No swamps used even in the evening.
Water like in july August warm
Everything relaxed
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
The weather was wonderful. It was warm to hot, we could swim. A great and successful holiday.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
I was on Paros. The weather was mostly sunny. The temperatures were pleasantly warm at about 20 degrees. From time to time it was very windy and stormy but then only for a few days.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Pleasant temperatures, around 30°C during the day, 22°-25°C at night. Ionian Sea, water temperature 27°C, always light breeze
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Holidays in Neo Pori Temp. above 34 degrees C, only once wind and light rain
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
mostly cloudless
pleasant temperature for sightseeing
the sea was also 20 degrees.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Region Olympic Riviera – Sunshine, but a very, very cool wind. Water too cold for bathing
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed