Karpathos Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Karpathos is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to mild in the cooler months.
Karpathos has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Karpathos, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a moderate 16°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 13°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Karpathos's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 337 mm of precipitation yearly. The seasons in Karpathos, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 74 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Karpathos Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Karpathos in Greece
During the months of May, June, September, October and November 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Yes, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 74 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
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