Lesbos Weather in December

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

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Mythimna Petra Anaxos Plomari

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

What to Expect in Lesbos in December

Lesbos, Greece is a region in Greece. December in Lesbos generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Mythimna.

For specific regional insights in Lesbos, Greece, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Eresos with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Tarti with 139 mm (5.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Mythimna receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Lesbos in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Lesbos, Greece?

Temperature range in Lesbos (December)

Precipitation variation in Lesbos (December)

Mythimna

In December Mythimna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mythimna →

Petra

In December Petra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Petra →

Anaxos

In December Anaxos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Anaxos →

Plomari

In December Plomari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Plomari →

Skala Kallonis

In December Skala Kallonis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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 December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Greece dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in The Metéora on December 19, 2001.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Greece was -6°C (21°F) in The Metéora on December 20, 2001.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mythimna 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Petra 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Anaxos 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Plomari 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Skala Kallonis 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Eresos 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Lesbos weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Lesbos, Greece typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Mythimna average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Lesbos, Greece during December range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Mythimna.

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

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Lesbos, Greece. Average rainfall in Mythimna sits around 108 mm (4.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Lesbos, Greece?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Mythimna, December may not be the ideal time to visit Lesbos, Greece.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, September and October provide perfect weather in Mythimna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

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