Rhodes Weather in December

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

Considering a trip to Rhodes, Greece this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Rhodes in December

Rhodes, Greece is a region in Greece. December in Rhodes generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Rhodes Town.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lakhaniá with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Rhodes Town with 217 mm (8.5 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Rhodes Town.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Rhodes Town receives about 108 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Rhodes by month

Best Places to Visit in Rhodes in December

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

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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 Rhodes

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Rhodes, Greece?

Temperature range in Rhodes (December)

Precipitation variation in Rhodes (December)

Rhodes Town

In December Rhodes Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
108 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Faliraki

In December Faliraki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
108 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Líndos

In December Líndos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
108 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Pefki Rhodes

In December Pefki Rhodes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
108 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ialyssos

In December Ialyssos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
108 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rhodes Town 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Faliraki 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Líndos 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Pefki Rhodes 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Ialyssos 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Gennadi 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Rhodes weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Rhodes, Greece brings poor weather. In Rhodes Town, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

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

Rhodes Town averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

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

Rainfall in Rhodes, Greece peaks during December. Rhodes Town averages roughly 217 mm (8.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Rhodes, Greece?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Rhodes, Greece with often poor weather in Rhodes Town.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Rhodes Town. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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