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Chios Climate by Month

The climate in Chios is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Chios, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August to a moderate 14°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Chios receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 603 mm. The climate in Chios shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in December, with an average of 120 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.6 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Chios ranges from 15°C in January to 24°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Chios in Greece

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Chios?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Chios have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Chios?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Chios?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chios?
    December tops the wettest month list with 120 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chios?
    August is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Chios

    Sat   Dec 14
    12°C | 6°C
    N 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    17°C | 10°C
    SW 22 km/h
    8.9 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    13°C | 8°C
    N 25 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain