Best Time to Visit Greece
Best time to visit Greece: May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Greece
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Greece month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 45° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 46° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 48° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 54° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 77° | 61° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 91° | 73° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 95° | 77° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 93° | 76° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 85° | 69° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 60° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 67° | 54° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 48° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Greece compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Greece.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Macedonia | 303 mi | 58°F | 40°F cooler | 19 in |
| Albania | 311 mi | 62°F | 36°F cooler | 55 in |
| Bulgaria | 326 mi | 54°F | 44°F cooler | 22 in |
| Blue Mosque | 349 mi | 61°F | 38°F cooler | 31 in |
| Istanbul | 349 mi | 61°F | 38°F cooler | 30 in |
Best time to visit each unesco world heritage site in Greece
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each city in Greece
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each island in Greece
3 islands mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each mountain in Greece
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each beach in Greece
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 44 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Greece is a country in Europe. Greece is a country in Europe with its capital at Athens. It has a population of about 10.4 million. The capital is Athens.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Greece with partly cloudy. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 63°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Greece is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Acropolis of Athens, Acropolis, Athens, Meteora and Balos Lagoon.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 71°F is 4.9°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Greece today at 9.1/10. Gusts to 44 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Greece right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:43 AM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 63°
Overcast · 16% rain · wind 15 mph
☁️ 71° / 59°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Greece
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Greece.
Quick facts about Greece
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 37°59′1.7″N 23°43′39″E (37.9838, 23.7275) |
| Capital | Athens |
| Population | 10.400.000 |
| Area | 50.949 sq mi |
| ISO code | GR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | GRC |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Greek |
| Calling code | +30 |
| Time zone | Europe/Athens |
| Local time | 11:43 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Explore Greece
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Best Time to Visit for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Greece?
Greece is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 37.9838, 23.7275. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Greece right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 55% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greece?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Greece, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Greece in?
Greece observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 11:43 AM.
How many people live in Greece?
Greece has a population of approximately 10.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Greece?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Greece?
Popular options include Acropolis of Athens, Acropolis, Athens, Meteora, Balos Lagoon, Crete and Elafonissi Beach.
What places are in Greece?
Greece covers 8 places in this atlas, including Meteora, Athens, Crete, Mount Olympus, Mykonos and Navagio Beach.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 11:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
