The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn in Samos is often underrated: 75°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 4 out of 12 months in Samos. Compared to September: −7°F daytime, 5 pts more rainy days, −1.4h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Samos is June (9.4/10), 0.9 pt higher than October.
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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 trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 57°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 35%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Samos ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
37.75°N · 26.97°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Samos?
June is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 9.6h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Samos get in June?
Samos averages 9.6 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 Samos?
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 Samos in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Samos good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Samos 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 Samos?
January is the most difficult month to visit Samos, 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 Samos in October?
In October, the sea averages 75°F in Samos: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Samos in October?
The average UV index reaches 5 in October in Samos (moderate), with about 11.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.