Which is the best Greek island to visit in November?

Rhodes or Crete would be the best islands in November.



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Since you won't be lounging on the beach, November is a great month for sightseeing: Combine museums and archaeological sites with the café life, getting to savor the culinary scene and know the gregarious Greeks one-on-one. Plus, there's no better time for a road trip.

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Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.

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Which Greek islands will be hottest?
  • Karpathos. Average temperature in November: 21ºC. Hours of daily sunshine: 6. ...
  • Crete. Average temperature in November: 20ºC. Hours of daily sunshine: 6. ...
  • Corfu. Average temperature in November: 18ºC. Hours of daily sunshine: 4. ...
  • Santorini. Average temperature in November: 19ºC.


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The average high temperature typically hovers at 18-21°C (64-69°F), which is very comfortable. We even wore a T-shirt most days. However, you should pack a couple of long-sleeved shirts or a jacket because, after sunset, the temperature can drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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What are the hottest places in Europe in November? The Canary Islands are among the warmest places in Europe in November. The highest average daily temperatures can be found in Gran Canaria (25°C), Lanzarote (25°C), Tenerife (24°C) and Fuerteventura (24°C). The Portuguese island of Madeira (22°C) will also feel warm.

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Both Crete and Rhodes offer a mild climate in winter and blistering heat in summer. There's little difference between the two in temperature, though some argue that Crete is marginally warmer due to its more southerly location. Both destinations are popular in the summer, teeming with sun-seeking holidaymakers.

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Winter (November - March) is the low season of sunny Greece. While the big islands like Crete, Rhodes and Corfu entertain visitors all year round, the smaller islands wind down for winter. This would be a wonderful time to visit Greece for a laid-back holiday if you don't mind the cold.

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Mykonos shuts down in the winter. You'll have the best luck with weather and some shops being open in November and March, but December through February will be particularly dead, chilly, windy, and grey.

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If you're planning a trip to Santorini, November is the ideal time to go. The weather is still lovely and the crowds have died down. The archaeological site in Akrotiri and the Museum of Prehistoric Thera are open all year round, making Santorini the perfect place to visit during the off-season.

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Mykonos weather November There could be some showers, but expect to see lots of sunshine too, as the Mykonos weather in November is some of the best in Europe. Mykonos gets its Mediterranean-like climate thanks to its location between Greece and Turkey, in the warm Aegean Sea.

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The Cheapest Time of the Year to Visit Santorini The best time to visit Santorini for budget-conscious travellers is during the off-season between the end of October and March when hotels have vacant rooms and airlines offer lower fares.

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The Corfu weather in November is very mild for the time of year, but there can be frequent showers as it's the wettest month in this part of north west Greece. Corfu is located in the Ionian Sea, off the coast of mainland Greece. Its climate is slightly cooler and wetter than resorts in the south of Greece.

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The hottest places to go on holiday in November
  • Dominican Republic (30.5 °C)
  • Barbados (30.3 °C)
  • Orlando (29.1 °C)
  • Cape Verde (28.3 °C)
  • Brisbane (26.6 °C)
  • Tenerife (24.3 °C)
  • Fuerteventura (24.2 °C)
  • Madeira (21.7 °C)


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These destinations offer a little bit of everything to make the most of fabulous European holidays in November.
  • PERTHSHIRE, SCOTLAND. ...
  • CESKY KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC. ...
  • DIJON, FRANCE. ...
  • BADEN-BADEN, GERMANY. ...
  • BERN, SWITZERLAND. ...
  • TALLINN, ESTONIA. ...
  • MONTE CARLO, MONACO. ...
  • LA GOMERA, SPAIN.


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Early November can still get warm days when a visit to the beach could be possible. Most tourist resorts are closed by early November. Heraklion, Chania, and Rethymnon stay active throughout the winter months though tourist-related activities dwindle. (Museums and historical sights stay open through the winter.)

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In November, the average temperature in Rhodes is 21°C, making this a warm but not overly hot month on the island. In the afternoon, temperatures reach an average high of 24°C, dropping to a low of 18°C overnight.

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