Lesbos Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesbos, Greece in August.

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Mythimna Petra Anaxos Plomari

Planning a trip to Lesbos, Greece this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lesbos in August

Lesbos, Greece is a region in Greece. August in Lesbos generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with almost no precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Sígrion at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Nees Kidonies at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Nees Kidonies and 23°C (73°F) in Sígrion. In Lesbos, Greece, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lesbos, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.6 mm (0.1 in) in Mythimna. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Mythimna typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Lesbos in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lesbos.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Lesbos

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Lesbos, Greece?

Temperature range in Lesbos (August)

Precipitation variation in Lesbos (August)

Mythimna

In August Mythimna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mythimna →

Petra

In August Petra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Petra →

Anaxos

In August Anaxos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Anaxos →

Plomari

In August Plomari generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Plomari →

Skala Kallonis

In August Skala Kallonis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Skala Kallonis →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lesbos, in Greece.

In our records: Greece August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Greece in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Greece reached 46°C (115°F) in Nafplio on August 3, 2021.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lesbos in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mythimna 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Petra 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Anaxos 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Plomari 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Skala Kallonis 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Eresos 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)

Lesbos weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesbos, Greece in August?

Expect pleasant weather across Lesbos, Greece in August. The popular destination of Mythimna averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Lesbos, Greece in August?

Average temperatures in Lesbos, Greece during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Mythimna.

Does Lesbos, Greece get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Mythimna averages just 1.6 mm (0.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Lesbos, Greece.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Lesbos, Greece?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Lesbos, Greece with overall perfect weather in Mythimna.

On average, the best time to visit Lesbos, Greece is in May, June, July, September and October with generally perfect weather in Mythimna. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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