The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Kalamata sees 16°C during the day with 4.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Kalamata. Compared to November: −4°C daytime, −0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
9.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Kalamata is June (9.3/10), 4.9 pts higher than December.
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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 ⓘ+0.90°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 14°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 30%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Kalamata ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
37.04°N · 22.11°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kalamata?
June is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 11.3h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kalamata get in June?
Kalamata averages 11.3 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kalamata?
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 Kalamata in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Kalamata good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kalamata scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.1/10.
When should you avoid Kalamata?
January is the most difficult month to visit Kalamata, 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 Kalamata in December?
In December, the sea averages 19°C in Kalamata: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Kalamata in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Kalamata (low), with about 9.5h of daylight. No protection needed.