Rhodes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Rhodes, Aegina, Greece, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 29°C (84°F) and February dropping to 16°C (61°F).
Rhodes sees a moderate amount of rainfall, totalling around 822 mm (32 in) per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from May to September, creating some seasonal variation. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 12.4 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Rhodes
Visitors to Rhodes can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 13°C (55°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Rhodes
Generally, Rhodes experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 822 mm (32 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 186 mm (7.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Rhodes Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Rhodes
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Rhodes. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Rhodes
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 17°C (63°F) in February to 27°C (81°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Rhodes by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rhodes.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 72%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Rhodes
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in October and November and highest during July and August. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Rhodes 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Rhodes
During May, June, October and November, Rhodes experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 21°C (69°F) and 26°C (78°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 2 mm (0.1 in) and 118 mm (4.6 in).
Plan accordingly for January and December, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
