Thrace Weather in August

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

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Alexandroupoli Therma Xanthi Kamariotissa

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

What to Expect in Thrace in August

Thrace, Greece is a region in Greece. August in Thrace generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Kamariotissa at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Dhidhimótikhon at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Dhidhimótikhon and 24°C (75°F) in Kamariotissa. In Thrace, 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 Thrace, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Makrilies with an average of 5.1 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kariófiton with 44 mm (1.7 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Alexandroupoli, marking it as the year's driest month.

Explore Thrace by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Thrace — and find the best time to visit. (based on Alexandroupoli)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Thrace in August

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

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 Thrace

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

Temperature range in Thrace (August)

Precipitation variation in Thrace (August)

Alexandroupoli

In August Alexandroupoli generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alexandroupoli →

Therma

In August Therma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
376 hours
352 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Therma →

Xanthi

In August Xanthi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Xanthi →

Kamariotissa

In August Kamariotissa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
376 hours
352 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kamariotissa →

Komotini

In August Komotini generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Thrace, 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 Thrace in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alexandroupoli 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Therma 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 5.3 mm (0.2 in)
Xanthi 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Kamariotissa 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 5.3 mm (0.2 in)
Komotini 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Palaiopoli 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)

Thrace weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Thrace, Greece in August. The popular destination of Alexandroupoli averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Average temperatures in Thrace, Greece during August range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Alexandroupoli.

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

Not particularly. Alexandroupoli averages just 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Thrace, Greece.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Thrace, Greece?

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

On average, the best time to visit Thrace, Greece is in May, June, September and October with generally perfect weather in Alexandroupoli. In contrast, January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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