Island in South Aegean, Greece
Milos weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Milos
May–June and September are warm, calmer and cheaper than July–August. Meltemi wind peaks Jul–Aug and disrupts ferries; many places shut Nov–Mar.
Milos weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°103 mm
- Feb14°89 mm
- Mar14°56 mm
- Apr16°29 mm
- May19°17 mm
- Jun23°5 mm
- Jul25°2 mm
- Aug26°3 mm
- Sep24°20 mm
- Oct21°56 mm
- Nov18°80 mm
- Dec15°106 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57°F | 12°C54°F | 103 mm | 75% | Cool |
| February | 14°C56°F | 12°C54°F | 89 mm | 76% | Cool |
| March | 14°C58°F | 13°C56°F | 56 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 16°C61°F | 15°C58°F | 29 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 18°C64°F | 17 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 22°C71°F | 5 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 24°C76°F | 3 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 23°C73°F | 20 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 20°C68°F | 56 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C65°F | 17°C62°F | 80 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C60°F | 14°C57°F | 106 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 Milos?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September are warm, calmer and cheaper than July–August. Meltemi wind peaks Jul–Aug and disrupts ferries; many places shut Nov–Mar.
When is the rainy season in Milos?
Rain peaks in December with about 106 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Milos?
August, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Milos get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 12°C (54°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Ferryhopper ferries to Milos
- Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority
- Visit Greece
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 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.