Tourist season in Greece is roughly Easter through October. Peak season is summer, when Athens is packed with tourists, and hotel prices can be high. July and August are the hottest. The best time to visit is late spring (May) and fall (Sept–Oct).
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The summer months in Greece are June, July, and August but most tourists and the large cruise ships go to Greece in July and August so these are the busiest and most expensive months.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Greece. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price. High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January.
Visiting in October represents a good-value time to go, when you can enjoy cooler weather and fewer crowds. The islands start to wind down ahead of winter, but usually stay open until the end of the month.
While the main sights are still busy, September is usually better for touring compared with hotter and more crowded July and August. Visiting in October represents a good-value time to go, when you can enjoy cooler weather and fewer crowds.
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.
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.
So, how much does it cost to go to Greece? Based on my estimates, your Greece costs will be about $4,455 per person for two weeks. Remember, this estimate is based on visiting the most popular islands (Santorini and Mykonos), which are also the most expensive.
If your ideal trip to Greece includes Greek history, contemporary entertainment, and a taste of local flavors, plan to spend at least a week in Greece. A seven-day itinerary gives you time to visit the most popular tourist attractions and discover local spots off the beaten path.
December to March are the coldest and least reliable months, though even then there are many crystal-clear, fine days, and the glorious lowland flowers begin to bloom very early in spring.
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).
The best months for swimming and sunbathing on the Greek Islands is from late May to early October. July and August are the busiest and most expensive months but are also the best for nightlife and beach parties.
September is a great time to visit Greece. The weather remains hot throughout the month, sea temperatures stay warm, and visitors start to thin out as children go back to school.