Geography of Rhodes
Geography of Rhodes: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Rhodes
Santorini is 153 mi to the west, Mykonos is 174 mi to the north-west, Crete is 208 mi to the west and Athens International Airport is 257 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 36°26′5.6″N 28°13′3.4″E (36.4349, 28.2176)
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Summary
Rhodes is an island in Greece. Rhodes is an island known for a medieval walled town.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Rhodes with partly cloudy. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 63°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
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 Mykonos and Crete.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 71°F is 8.5°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Rhodes today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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 | 94° | 78° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 87° | 74° | 0,7 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).
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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 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 84% and wind is 2 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+02:00). The local time is 3:55 AM.
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 Mykonos and Crete.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 27, 2026 at 3:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
