The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Kefalonia sees 15°C during the day with 5.9h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 32% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
February ranks 10 out of 12 months in Kefalonia. Compared to January: +1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Kefalonia is June (9.3/10), 4.9 pts higher than February.
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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 trendData unavailable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 14°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 39%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in February
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Location
Where is Kefalonia ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
38.18°N · 20.49°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kefalonia?
June is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kefalonia get in June?
Kefalonia averages 9.3 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 Kefalonia?
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 Kefalonia in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Kefalonia good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kefalonia scores 4.1/10 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 Kefalonia?
January is the most difficult month to visit Kefalonia, 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 Kefalonia in February?
In February, the sea averages 16°C in Kefalonia: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Kefalonia in February?
The average UV index reaches 4 in February in Kefalonia (moderate), with about 10.6h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.