Is it too cold to swim in Greece in October?

The sea temperature is still warm in October and most days are sunny. Most businesses are open, despite the fewer crowds and, sure enough, you can find great deals in this off-season. The best time to visit Mykonos is October when the crowds have diminished, the water remains warm and rates fall.



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The sea temperature is still warm in October and most days are sunny. Most businesses are open, despite the fewer crowds and, sure enough, you can find great deals in this off-season. The best time to visit Mykonos is October when the crowds have diminished, the water remains warm and rates fall.

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?? Average Sea Temperatures in Greece in October These are just above the line for comfortable swimming if the day is sunny. Expect the sea temperature to be around 21-23°C to the south and less than 21°C around the northern coastlines. The national average sea temperature in October is 20.9°C.

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While temperatures can heat up over the summer, October weather offers a slight chill in the air and can sometimes be warm enough to take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea.

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NOAA says that while there's no optimal water temperature, most people feel most comfortable swimming in water between 70 and 78 degrees. Based on those average temperatures, October could be ideal for these comfortable water temps.

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The warmest sea temperatures in October can be found in Hurghada, Egypt (28ºC), Cancun (27ºC), Dubai (27ºC), Dominican Republic (27ºC), Miami (27ºC), Phuket (27ºC) and Bali (27ºC). In Europe, the highest sea temperatures are in the Canary Islands (25ºC) and Cyprus (25ºC).

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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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Athens is one of the few cities in Europe where you can swim all year round.

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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 the Greek islands, like Santorini, Mykonos, Corfu and Kefalonia (Argostoli), is in October when the weather is still warm and the crowds are few. The Greek islands are an all-year-round vacation destination, with temperatures ranging from 50°F (10°C) to approximately 100°F (38°C).

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And, yes, you can also swim in Santorini in October. In fact, the sea is sometimes even warmer than in June! Plus, you get a little extra when visiting the island's shores as October is a low-tourism month.

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Well, here's the good news. Yes, you can swim and safely sit in the sun until early December. There are some tips of course and best beaches where the waters tend to be warmer late into the year.

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The perfect packing list. While short pants, skirts and short-sleeved t-shirts are essential fording the perfect layered outfit, make sure that a sweater, light jacket, long pants and comfortable walking shoes are part of your ensemble as at this time of tyear the weather can change from hot to chilly within minutes.

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The weather is quite pleasant through the middle of the month, with sunny days and warm temperatures. The sea is still warm from the summer sun, so you can often swim.

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Many people consider September and October the best time to visit Mykonos because the August crowds are gone, the sea is still warm and perfect for swimming, and the island has a mellow, laid-back vibe as the tourist season starts winding down.

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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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To swim a little longer In the Ionian Islands, the climate is temperate and remains rather mild in October: the temperatures still range between 14 and 23° in Corfu, with an average water temperature of 22°. So head for the Bay of Paleokastrítsa with its sandy coves lapped by a translucent sea.

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The Greek islands are wonderful from late April to early November. For swimming, sun, and beach activities it's warmest from late May to early October.

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