Rhodes, GreeceQuick decision
When to visit Rhodes?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
22°C–29°C in June
🌧 Least rain
4% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
January (41%)
📅 Best score
9.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
BeachJune–September — Tsambika, Anthony Quinn Bay, Lindos, water 26°C.
Medieval Old TownApril–May or October — UNESCO site, Grand Master's Palace.
Valley of ButterfliesJuly–August — Petaloudes, unique natural phenomenon in Rhodes.
DivingJune–September — crystal-clear waters, WWII wrecks.
FamilyJune or September — warm sea, family beaches, fewer crowds.
BudgetMay or October — pleasant sea, accommodation prices -35%.
Monthly climate data
Rhodes weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 11°C | 15°C | 41% | 2.7 | 8.6h | 5.9/10 |
| ⛅ February | 11°C | 16°C | 28% | 1.9 | 9.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 12°C | 18°C | 25% | 1.7 | 10.7h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 20°C | 19% | 1.0 | 11.9h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 18°C | 24°C | 13% | 0.6 | 12.6h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 22°C | 29°C | 4% | 0.1 | 13.7h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 25°C | 33°C | 1% | 0.1 | 13.4h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ August | 25°C | 32°C | 1% | 0.0 | 12.4h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 24°C | 30°C | 4% | 0.2 | 11.5h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ October | 20°C | 25°C | 13% | 0.9 | 10.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 16°C | 21°C | 24% | 2.3 | 9.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ December | 13°C | 17°C | 33% | 2.9 | 8.3h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 21°C, 19% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 31°C, 2% rainy days, 13.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.8/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 25°C, 14% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 16°C, 34% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 6.6/10.
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Tip : February, March offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 4% rainy days and 29°C.
January is the wettest month with 41% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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