Island in Thessaly, Greece
Skiathos weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Skiathos
June and September have warm sea and fewer crowds. July–August is hot and packed; most hotels and tavernas shut from late October to April.
Skiathos weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°67 mm
- Feb13°58 mm
- Mar15°60 mm
- Apr17°34 mm
- May22°26 mm
- Jun26°29 mm
- Jul28°20 mm
- Aug28°16 mm
- Sep25°43 mm
- Oct21°52 mm
- Nov17°61 mm
- Dec14°88 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 10°C49°F | 67 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 13°C55°F | 10°C49°F | 58 mm | 78% | Cool |
| March | 15°C58°F | 11°C52°F | 60 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 17°C63°F | 13°C56°F | 34 mm | 73% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 18°C64°F | 26 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 22°C72°F | 29 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C82°F | 25°C77°F | 20 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 16 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 22°C72°F | 43 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 18°C65°F | 52 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 14°C58°F | 61 mm | 77% | Cool |
| December | 14°C57°F | 11°C52°F | 88 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 Skiathos?
Jun–Jul, Sep. June and September have warm sea and fewer crowds. July–August is hot and packed; most hotels and tavernas shut from late October to April.
When is the rainy season in Skiathos?
Rain peaks in December with about 88 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Skiathos?
August, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Skiathos get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 10°C (49°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 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.