Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July, August
January, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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Tip for your trip
The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Greece are from June, July, August. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.
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Destinations for Sun & Beach in Greece
Chania (Crete)
Egremni (Lefkada)
Elafonissi (Crete)
Falassarna (Crete)
Glyfada (Corfu)
Halkidiki Sithonia
Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Greece
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 82 |
February | 37Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 73 |
March | 40Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 64 |
April | 47Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 47 |
May | 86Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 43 |
June | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 28 |
July | 100Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 22 |
August | 100Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 19 |
September | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 28 |
October | 61Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 67 |
November | 29Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 91 |
December | 23Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 105 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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