Best Time to Visit Rhodes
Best time to visit Rhodes: March, May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Rhodes
Go in March, 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 Rhodes 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 | 62° | 53° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 61° | 52° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 66° | 55° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 71° | 59° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 78° | 64° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 92° | 74° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 95° | 78° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 92° | 78° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 75° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 79° | 68° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 64° | 55° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Rhodes compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rhodes.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santorini | 153 mi | 68°F | 34°F cooler | 11 in |
| Santorini | 153 mi | 68°F | 34°F cooler | 11 in |
| Mykonos | 174 mi | 67°F | 35°F cooler | 16 in |
| Crete | 208 mi | 51°F | 51°F cooler | 36 in |
| Athens International Airport | 257 mi | 65°F | 37°F cooler | 19 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 37 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Rhodes is an island in Greece. Rhodes is an island known for a medieval walled town.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Rhodes with clear sky. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 77°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Rhodes is March, 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 February is the coldest with lows near 52°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 257 mi away. Nearby highlights include Santorini, Mykonos and Crete.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 4°F below the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Rhodes today at 10/10. Gusts to 37 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 Rhodes right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:24 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 88° / 77°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 20 mph
🌤️ 91° / 76°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Rhodes
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rhodes?
Rhodes is an island in Greece. Its coordinates are 36.4349, 28.2176. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Rhodes right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 54% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rhodes?
March, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Rhodes, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rhodes in?
Rhodes observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:24 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Rhodes?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 257 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Rhodes?
Popular options include Santorini, Mykonos and Crete.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 August 22, 2026 at 4:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
