Thessaloniki, GreeceQuick decision
When to visit Thessaloniki?
🌞 Best time overall
September
🌡️ Optimal temperature
64°F–82°F in September
🌧 Least rain
17% rainy days in September
🌧 Wettest month
December (27%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
White Tower & HeritageYear-round — White Tower, Rotunda, Ano Poli and ramparts.
GastronomyYear-round — bougatsa, gyros and Modiano market mezze.
NightlifeYear-round — Ladadika, bars and clubs until dawn.
Halkidiki BeachesJune–September — Kassandra and Sithonia 1h away.
Monthly climate data
Thessaloniki weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 36°F | 52°F | 24% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 41°F | 55°F | 27% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 6.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 45°F | 61°F | 36% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 50°F | 68°F | 27% | 0.1in | 11.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 75°F | 32% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ June | 68°F | 86°F | 20% | 0.1in | 13.3h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 72°F | 91°F | 12% | 0.0in | 13.2h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 72°F | 90°F | 14% | 0.0in | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ September | 64°F | 82°F | 17% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 55°F | 72°F | 16% | 0.1in | 9.6h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ November | 48°F | 63°F | 33% | 0.1in | 8.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 41°F | 54°F | 27% | 0.1in | 7.8h | 5.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°F, 32% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 32°F, 15% rainy days, 13.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 22°F, 22% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 12°F, 26% rainy days, 8.3h sunshine/day. Score: 5.8/10.
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Tip : March, November offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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September is ideal with 17% rainy days and 28°F.
December is the wettest month with 27% rainy days.
Yes, September is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 5.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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