Mykonos · SummerMonth summary
Mykonos weather in August
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 27°C
🌧 Rainy days
3% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Mykonos in August?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (27°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: Visiting Mykonos in August is a safe bet: great weather, only 3% chance of rain.
By trip type
Mykonos in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Peak season — book ahead for best rates. Accommodation prices at their highest Summer in Mykonos brings pleasant temperatures (27°C) and long sunny days (12.7h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Mykonos.
Browse by month
All months for Mykonos
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 10°C | 13°C | 35% | 2.3 | 8.6h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 10°C | 14°C | 23% | 1.5 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 11°C | 15°C | 23% | 1.4 | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 13°C | 18°C | 14% | 0.9 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 16°C | 21°C | 12% | 0.4 | 12.8h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 25°C | 5% | 0.2 | 13.4h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ July | 23°C | 27°C | 0% | 0.1 | 13.1h | 9.7/10 |
| ☀️ August | 23°C | 27°C | 3% | 0.1 | 12.7h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 21°C | 25°C | 3% | 0.2 | 11.5h | 9.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 17°C | 21°C | 11% | 0.6 | 10.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 14°C | 18°C | 23% | 1.6 | 8.8h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 11°C | 15°C | 32% | 2.2 | 8.1h | 6.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Mykonos averages 27°C, 3% rainy days and 12.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.5/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
August vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Mykonos in August
Is August a good time to visit Mykonos?
August is an excellent time to visit Mykonos (score 9.5/10). With 27°C, 12.7h of sunshine and 3% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Mykonos in August?
With 27°C and 12.7h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Mykonos
Find places to stay in Mykonos in August
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Mykonos
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Mykonos
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in August
🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in August
Tanzania
Santa Barbara
Valletta
Casablanca
FuerteventuraWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons