Island in Ionian Islands, Greece
Lefkada weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lefkada
May–June and September are warm and calmer. July–August is hot and crowded; Vasiliki gets steady afternoon winds June–September. Many places close from November.
Lefkada weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°122 mm
- Feb14°100 mm
- Mar16°84 mm
- Apr19°50 mm
- May23°38 mm
- Jun28°24 mm
- Jul31°14 mm
- Aug31°23 mm
- Sep27°85 mm
- Oct23°109 mm
- Nov19°136 mm
- Dec15°153 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C56°F | 9°C47°F | 122 mm | 75% | Cool |
| February | 14°C56°F | 9°C48°F | 100 mm | 75% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 11°C51°F | 84 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 13°C56°F | 50 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 17°C63°F | 38 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 21°C70°F | 24 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 14 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C88°F | 24°C76°F | 23 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 21°C71°F | 85 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 109 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C66°F | 14°C57°F | 136 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C58°F | 10°C51°F | 153 mm | 75% | Cool |
Best months across Greece
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Athens | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Santorini | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Mykonos | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (25°C) |
| Crete | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Rhodes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Corfu | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Thessaloniki | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Naxos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Paros | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Zakynthos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Chania | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Milos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Kos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Kefalonia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Meteora | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Halkidiki | Jun–Sep | Jul (29°C) |
| Ios | Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Lefkada | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Nafplio | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Skiathos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Hydra | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Peloponnese | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Thassos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lefkada?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September are warm and calmer. July–August is hot and crowded; Vasiliki gets steady afternoon winds June–September. Many places close from November.
When is the rainy season in Lefkada?
Rain peaks in December with about 153 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec.
What is the hottest month in Lefkada?
August, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Lefkada get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 9°C (47°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.