Paleokastritsa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Paleokastritsa, Ionian Islands, Greece, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 28°C (82°F) in August to 14°C (57°F) in February.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1208 mm (48 in) per year. November is the wettest month and July the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from May to August. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 12.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Paleokastritsa
In Paleokastritsa, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C (57°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 11°C (52°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Paleokastritsa
Paleokastritsa experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1208 mm (48 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 222 mm (8.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 9.7 mm (0.4 in) over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Paleokastritsa 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 Paleokastritsa
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Paleokastritsa. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Paleokastritsa
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C (57°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Paleokastritsa by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Paleokastritsa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 77%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Paleokastritsa
The mean wind speed varies between () and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in August and September and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Paleokastritsa 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Paleokastritsa
The best time to visit Paleokastritsa is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 21°C (70°F) and 28°C (82°F). With rainfall of 10 mm (0.4 in) to 150 mm (5.9 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during November and December, the wettest period of the year. Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
