Region, Greece
Peloponnese weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Peloponnese
April–June and September–October are warm and good for sites and beaches. July–August is very hot and busy; winter is mild but rainy with seasonal closures.
Peloponnese weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°111 mm
- Feb15°81 mm
- Mar17°59 mm
- Apr20°30 mm
- May25°21 mm
- Jun29°26 mm
- Jul33°13 mm
- Aug33°9 mm
- Sep29°55 mm
- Oct24°68 mm
- Nov20°102 mm
- Dec16°113 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 9°C48°F | 111 mm | 79% | Cool |
| February | 15°C58°F | 9°C48°F | 81 mm | 78% | Cool |
| March | 17°C63°F | 10°C51°F | 59 mm | 76% | Cool |
| April | 20°C69°F | 12°C54°F | 30 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C76°F | 16°C61°F | 21 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C84°F | 20°C69°F | 26 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C91°F | 23°C74°F | 13 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| August | 33°C91°F | 24°C75°F | 9 mm | 58% | Hot |
| September | 29°C84°F | 21°C70°F | 55 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C76°F | 17°C63°F | 68 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 14°C57°F | 102 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C60°F | 10°C51°F | 113 mm | 78% | 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 Peloponnese?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are warm and good for sites and beaches. July–August is very hot and busy; winter is mild but rainy with seasonal closures.
When is the rainy season in Peloponnese?
Rain peaks in December with about 113 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Peloponnese?
August, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Peloponnese get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 9°C (48°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 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.