Which Greek island has best year round weather?

  • Chios. Even though Chios is not generally as warm as other Greek islands in the winter, temperatures can still reach 15C (59F) here on a sunny winter day. ...
  • Poros. If you're looking for a low-key winter escape, look no further than the islands of the Argo-Saronic Gulf. ...
  • Hydra. ...
  • Kefalonia. ...
  • Rhodes. ...
  • Karpathos.




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Greece has a Mediterranean climate, with mild and wet winters in the southern lowland and island regions and cold winters with strong snowfalls in the mountainous areas in the central and northern regions and hot, dry summers.

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At the same latitude as Morocco and Cyprus, the largest of the Greek islands, Crete – famed for its mythical Minotaur and labyrinth – enjoys exceptional sunshine: 300 days a year on average. In October, the mercury is still high enough to tempt swimmers into the sandy inlets along the coast of Ambelos.

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The “warmest” Greek destination is, according to Holidu, Aghios Nikolaos (pictured), on Crete, with average winter sunshine of 261+ hours and an average winter temperature of 16.4C.

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There won't be any cooling rain showers: Crete has zero rain in July and August. This is one time of year when, contrary to what you might expect, Corfu is actually hotter than Crete. Daytime averages in both July and August are 32ºC, so expect some days to be much hotter.

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Both countries are very hot during summer, but Greece is some degrees hotter than Spain. The difference between the Spanish and Greek summer weather is that the months of July and August in Greece present some moderate wind.

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10 Best Places to Visit in Greece for Seniors
  • Crete.
  • The Peloponnese.
  • Corfu.
  • Patmos.
  • Syros.
  • Sifnos.
  • Rhodes.
  • Milos.


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Nafplion, a coastal city on the northeastern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula, is one of the best places to retire in Greece from USA. Nafplion charms retirees with its stunning coastal and mountain views, neoclassical architecture, and friendly social scene.

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Top 5 best value-for-money Greek Islands for an unforgettable experience
  • Lefkada: voted the best Greek island.
  • Kefalonia: an ideal Greek island for couples.
  • Crete: a Greek island pick for families.
  • Skiathos: best Greek island for beaches.
  • Rhodes: best Greek island for tourist attractions.


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Citizens. If you wish to stay in Greece for longer than 90 days within a 180-day period, you should apply for a visa at Greek Embassy or Greek Consulate prior to your arrival in Greece. Visas may be issued for property owners, students, employment, athletes, coaches, etc.

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Lefkada. We mentioned the island Lefkada on our list of the cheapest places to live in Greece and it's indeed one of the most affordable islands in the country. That's due to it being less popular among tourists, making it hard to beat when it comes to prices.

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This one is a close call with both destinations seeing temperatures sitting in the balmy mid- to late-twenties during the summer months. Out of the peak season, the Greek island of Crete warms up as early as May hitting around 25C, while the Algarve isn't far behind at around 22C.

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The landscape is also drastically different between the two islands while both are mountainous, Corfu is much more lush and green. My goal for this post is to help you choose which island is right for your trip! To be honest, you can't go wrong with either as both Crete Greece and Corfu Greece have so much to offer!

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Where to go in Greece for autumn sunshine
  • Lefkada for traditional Greece. ...
  • Zakynthos for slick resorts. ...
  • Crete for exploring. ...
  • Cephalonia for foodies. ...
  • Corfu for nature. ...
  • Kos for ancient ruins. ...
  • Santorini for romance.


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The temperature on Crete will be similar to Corfu, and the hours of sunshine, the main difference being that on Crete there is less rain – on average only three days in May might see a shower.

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Located between Rhodes and Crete, Karpathos is the hottest destination in Greece. Monthly temperatures average 30°C (86°F) throughout the summer, with very little rainfall. It's one of the most southerly isles in the country, which helps explain its sizzling temperatures.

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1. Karpathos (Dodecanese) Located between Rhodes and Crete, Karpathos is the hottest destination in Greece. Monthly temperatures average 30°C (86°F) throughout the summer, with very little rainfall.

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