Best Time to Visit Greece

Jan

January in Greece is quiet and cool with highs around 45°F and lows around 33°F, and a good amount of rain (151mm). It's a low-key month with few tourists, offering a more authentic, local experience.

• New Year's Day
• Epiphany

Feb

February sees a slight warm-up to 47°F highs and 34°F lows, and less rain (100mm) than January. Carnival celebrations bring some local cheer, but tourist crowds remain low, making it a good time for cultural exploration.

• Carnival (Apokries)

Mar

As spring approaches, temperatures rise to 51°F high and 36°F low with 103mm of rain. Crowds are still low, making it ideal for sightseeing before the summer rush.

• Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera)
• Independence Day

Apr

April brings more pleasant weather with highs of 58°F and lows of 42°F and 99mm of rain. Easter celebrations are a major event, and while crowds are still manageable, things start to pick up.

• Orthodox Easter (variable date)
• Good Friday

May

May is a delightful month with comfortable temperatures averaging 67°F high and 50°F low, and rain decreasing to 91mm. Crowds are still moderate, making it perfect for exploring ancient sites and enjoying the nascent beach season.

• Labour Day
• May Day

Jun

June marks the beginning of summer with warm temperatures (78°F high, 60°F low) and significantly less rain (69mm). Crowds start to swell, especially towards the end of the month, as the beach season kicks into full swing.

• Pentecost

Jul

July is hot and dry, with highs around 84°F and lows around 65°F, and minimal rainfall (22mm). This is peak tourist season, meaning crowded beaches and popular sites, but also vibrant nightlife and lively island hopping.

• Feast of the Assumption (preparation)

Aug

August remains hot with highs of 81°F and lows of 64°F, and still low rainfall (42mm). It's the absolute busiest month for tourism; expect high prices and crowded everything, especially on the islands.

• Feast of the Assumption

Sep

September offers a pleasant transition with temperatures cooling to 72°F high and 56°F low, but rain increasing to 144mm. Crowds begin to thin, making it a great time to enjoy the sea and historical sites without the intense summer heat.

• Harvest Festivals

Oct

October sees further cooling to highs of 63°F and lows of 49°F, with 82mm of rain. Tourist numbers significantly drop, and many seasonal businesses start to close. It's ideal for cultural trips and hiking.

• Ohi Day

Nov

November is cool and damp with highs of 55°F and lows of 43°F, and significant rainfall (158mm). This is a very quiet month, great for exploring cities and museums without any crowds, but beach activities are out.

• Saint Demetrius Day

Dec

December is chilly with highs of 49°F and lows of 38°F, and consistent rain (119mm). While festive in cities, many coastal areas are very quiet. It's a peaceful time for cultural exploration and enjoying local life.

• Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve