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Kefalonia, Greece · Temperate oceanic

Kefalonia in February: go or not?

Tough period. Kefalonia in February only reaches 4.4/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 38.18°N · 20.49°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Kefalonia · February
4.4
9–15°
Temperature
33%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in February

In February, Kefalonia sees 15.0°F during the day with 5.9h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 33.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

February ranks 9 out of 12 months in Kefalonia. Compared to January: +2°F daytime, 15 pts fewer rainy days, +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
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 (9.1/10), 4.7 pts higher than February.

See June →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Kefalonia (Cephalonia), the largest Greek Ionian island: 35,000 inhabitants over 300 sq miles south of Corfu. Made famous by the Louis de Bernières novel Captain Corelli's Mandolin (1994) then the 2001 film with Nicolas Cage.

Read Gilles' full review →

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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 trip.

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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 57°F
🌧️Rainiest month January · 48%

🏖️ Beach trip

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

Where is Kefalonia ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Greece
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.1 → 4.1 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 81°F highs, 70°F lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 11.0% 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 8.8/10.
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 70°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
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 8.8/10.
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 60°F 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.