Which part of Corfu has the best weather?

The best times to visit Corfu are April to May and September to November. Although there is never really a bad season in the Mediterranean, you'll find that winter temperatures are too chilly to swim off the shores of Corfu, while the summer months draw hordes of tourists.



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Onto the east side of Corfu! This is the side Corfu Town is on and where we stayed during our trip. The east side beaches are much warmer than the ones on the west side and we found them to be much less touristy.

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Generally, the east side is calmer than the west side of the island. When are you thinking of going? Corfu it's not a windy island like the ones in the Aegean. The calmest side is the east side facing the continent.

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Most people have their own preference. Some like the tranquility of the hilly South of Corfu. Many tourists want to celebrate holiday in the neighbourhood of Corfu Town and other places with a bustling nightlife and beaches like Paleokastritsa, Gouvia or Glyfada.

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Located on the north-west coast of Corfu, the village of Paleokastrítsa is considered to be the most beautiful on the island. Nestled in a rocky bay with steep cliffs, it enjoys an ideal location in the Ionian Sea.

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Best beaches in Corfu
  1. Dassia Bay, east coast. The east coast of Corfu — with its lovely, green backdrop — has some of the isle's most popular beaches. ...
  2. Kontokali, east coast. ...
  3. Barbati, east coast. ...
  4. Paleokastritsa, west coast. ...
  5. Rovinia, west coast. ...
  6. Sidari, north coast. ...
  7. Glyfada, west coast. ...
  8. Issos, south coast.


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Whilst young party animals will head to Kavos in the far south, the lesser known northeast coast offers a completely different scene. This is a much quieter corner of the island and is fondly referred to as “the posh part of Corfu”.

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Agios Spiridon beach Description: One of the quietest and most beautiful beaches located on the northeast coast of Corfu, Agios Spiridon is a sandy bay standing out for its breathtaking scenery, crystal clear waters and lush vegetation.

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If you're a sunseeker the best time to visit Corfu is between June and August. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 33 C and an average low of 22 C. The coolest month of the year is January with an average daily maximum of 14 C and an average low of 5 C.

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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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The majority of luxury villas are to be found on the north east coast, from Kommeno northwards. Premium areas are Nissaki, Agni, Kalami, San Stefano, Avlaki and Kassiopi. In the Barbati area there are also several modern seaside developments.

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Once there, Corfu is a nature lover's paradise with stunning beaches, adventurous hiking trails, forest-filled valleys, picturesque fishing villages, historic towns, and soaring coastal peaks. The sheer number of beaches in Corfu alone is enough to occupy your time.

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It's honestly so hard to compare Crete and Corfu as both islands have so much to offer. Some of the best beaches in Greece fill Crete's gorgeous coastline. The island of Corfu on the other hand is lush and green with a rockier coast.

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  • Paleokastrítsa, between coves and cliffs. Located on the north-west coast of Corfu, the village of Paleokastrítsa is considered to be the most beautiful on the island. ...
  • Pélekas and Sinarádes, authentic Corfu. ...
  • Nissaki, a small fishing port. ...
  • The villages of Mount Pantokrator, Corfu's most beautiful views.


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On the northern side of the Ionian Sea, the charming island of Corfu carries a rich historical past, with influences from the Venetian, French, and English cultures that shaped the island's unique architecture. Its picturesque town, mansions, palaces, and gorgeous beaches make Corfu a top destination in western Greece.

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Corfu Famous Figures
  • Durrell.
  • Ioannis Kapodistrias.
  • Dionysios Solomos.
  • Empress Elisabeth (Sissi)
  • Albert Cohen.
  • Nikolaos Mantzaros.


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