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Corfu, Greece · Temperate oceanic

Corfu in October: go or not?

Good time. Corfu in October gets 7.7/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 39.62°N · 19.92°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Corfu · October
7.7
17–22°
Temperature
32%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in October

Autumn in Corfu is often underrated: 22.0°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 32.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.

October ranks 4 out of 12 months in Corfu. Compared to September: −5°C daytime, −2.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
15°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
10.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is October the right month?

The best month in Corfu is June (9.4/10), 1.7 pt higher than October.

See June →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Corfu, Greek island in the Ionian Sea off Albania: 100,000 inhabitants on 600 km², the greenest of the Greek islands (wetter climate than the Cyclades, massive olive groves, 4 million olive trees planted under Venetian rule). Mixed Venetian (UNESCO old town 2007), British (1815-1864) and Greek heritage, atmosphere unique in Greece.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · Greece

🗣️LanguageGreek
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Moderate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend +1.53°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month November · 53%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) Modérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Corfu ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Greece
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.62°N · 19.92°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Corfu?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 10.8h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Corfu get in June?
Corfu averages 10.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Corfu?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Corfu in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Corfu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Corfu scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Corfu?
January is the most difficult month to visit Corfu, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Corfu in October?
In October, the sea averages 25°C in Corfu: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Corfu in October?
The average UV index reaches 4 in October in Corfu (moderate), with about 10.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.