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Saloniki Weather in October

During October, Saloniki experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and cooler nights around 15°C (59°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 64 mm (2.5 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Saloniki in October

Typically around 7 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Saloniki in October

October in Saloniki is generally excellent, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights settling around 15°C (59°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 15°C (59°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Saloniki in October

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 170 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Saloniki in October

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during October. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in October

The water sits at 21°C (70°F), which is a nice temperature for swimming. Not too cold, not too warm, most visitors are happy to spend time in the water.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, September and October typically offer the best weather for Saloniki.

Saloniki Temperature in October

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Water Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
24%
Precipitation
64 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
70%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
170 hours
Percentage Sunshine
53%

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Saloniki in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 21°C (70°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Saloniki in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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