Most of Greece enjoys classic Mediterranean climate, with the exception of the north which is continental. Broadly speaking, there are only two seasons: cold and wet (October to March), and hot and dry (April to September).
Climate in Greece
Temperatures in Greece
The average temperature ranges from 1.7°C to 41°C in the south and from -9°C to 35°C in the north. In August the average maximum temperature is 32°C in both Athens and Salonika. In January, the average minimum temperature is 5.5°C in Athens and 2.8°C in Salonika.
The average annual rainfall is about 700 mm, varying from 1 400 mm in the west to 350 mm in the east and southeast. Most of the rainfall occurs in late autumn and winter and is, therefore, of little aid to agriculture or in keeping the streams alive. Many of the higher mountain peaks are snow-covered for several months
Greece weather in september
Weather on the Greek islands and the coast of Greece in September and October is simply breathtaking. In September the weather is no longer too hot, the sea is still pleasantly warm, and there are no crowds of tourists - now is the time for romance and enjoying the peace in nature. Local people, especially those who working in tourism are relieved and much more relaxed and friendly. In September is the nature on the coast quite drained because several months of drought. Intensely blue sea and a pleasant temperature in September inspires and attracts visitors so much that everyone immediately wants to immerse in the waves and feel the lightness and refreshing cold.
Average temperatures
Average temperatures |
jan |
feb |
mar |
apr |
may |
jun |
jul |
avg |
sep |
oct |
nov |
dec |
| Temperature of air | 12 |
14 |
17 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
27 |
30 |
27 |
23 |
17 |
14 |
| Temperature of sea | 16 |
15 |
16 |
17 |
19 |
22 |
24 |
25 |
24 |
23 |
20 |
17 |
| Days of rain per month | 14 |
11 |
8 |
6 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
6 |
8 |
9 |
| Hours of sun per day | 4 |
4 |
5 |
7 |
9 |
11 |
12 |
11 |
9 |
6 |
5 |
4 |