Is it better to go to Greece in May or October?

Shoulder Season Spring (April - June) and Autumn (September - October) are the best months to visit Greece for a peaceful holiday after the rush of summer. The days are long, and the weather is mild. If you're looking to enjoy yourself at the beaches, the water is warm and inviting in Autumn.



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Temperatures throughout Greece can vary, but May is a good choice for heat and sun in moderation. Temperatures: Average highs of 24 degrees celsius, average lows of 10C. Rainfall: Ranges between 13mm per month in Crete to 31mm in Corfu. Sunshine hours: Nine hours per day.

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October marks the transition from summer to autumn in Greece. In southern Greece and the islands, temperatures can still be relatively mild, ranging from 15 to 25 degrees Celsius (59 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit). You can expect an average of 6 to 8 hours of sunshine per day, especially in the early part of the month.

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With average daily high temperatures in the mid-70s Fahrenheit, it's usually still warm enough in early October to sunbathe in comfort and to dine outside at night, with little chance of rain. By mid-October the Ionian and Aegean seas are cooling quickly; if you love to swim, go early in the month.

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With average daily high temperatures in the mid-70s Fahrenheit, it's usually still warm enough in early October to sunbathe in comfort and to dine outside at night, with little chance of rain. By mid-October the Ionian and Aegean seas are cooling quickly; if you love to swim, go early in the month.

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Well, yes and no. Everybody has a different idea of what a comfortable beach temperature is but if you are planning on lounging on a sunbed all day and getting a suntan then April and May are not ideal months.

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Greek islands which are smaller and less touristic have a shorter season, larger islands like Crete, Corfu and Santorini have extended seasons sometimes up to full year. Hotels have different opening/closing dates but the general rule for islands is that they open in April and close at end October.

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The best time to visit is late spring (May) and fall (Sept–Oct). It's pleasant, with comfortable weather, no rain, and smaller crowds (except during holiday weekends). Winter (late October through mid-March) is colder, with some rainfall.

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May offers some of the best weather of the year, and will have warmed sufficiently by the end of the month that it now feels like summer—with an average high of about 75°F (24°C), it's the perfect time for a beach vacation. There's little chance of rain, with plenty of sunshine and clear blue skies.

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Crete. Crete is the southernmost island in Greece and enjoys average May daytime temperatures of 23 degrees/74 Fahrenheit making it one of the warmest greek islands to visit in May. The water is usually warm enough for swimming and the weather is usually calm, with occasional showers.

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The weather in Greece in May ticks all the boxes for a dream vacation. It almost feels like summer, but not quite; there is very little rain and days are filled with blue skies and lots of sunshine. Yet, it is not the peak tourist season in the country, making it easier on your wallet.

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Greece's rainy season extends from December to February (but it depends on the region) Greece's rainy season has slight variations depending on the region, but most precipitation occurs between December and February (this includes snow in the mountains). Summer sees minimal rainfall across the country.

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In May, much of Europe starts to warm up. You'll find temperatures happily above 20? in Greece, Spain, Italy and the South of France. Go further south, and you'll be treated to even hotter days – on Turkey's Turquoise Coast, the average May temperature is 27?.

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Due to its location in the eastern Mediterranean, the island of Cyprus is always a little warmer than other Mediterranean islands.

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Crete is the warmest of the Greek islands in October because of its geographical location in the South Aegean Sea, close to North Africa. While the heat isn't as insufferable as it is during the summer months, it's still a bit intense, mainly if you're not used to mid-20s temperatures.

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What are the hottest places in Europe in October? The warmest place in mainland Europe in October is Cyprus (26°C) followed by Malta (25ºC), Dalyan (25ºC) in southern Turkey and the Greek island of Kos (25ºC).

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