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When is the best time to visit Greece?

Nature enthusiast? Party animal? Wildlife spotter? The right time to travel to Greece depends on your preferences.

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Spring begins in Greece
Summer begins in Greece
Autumn begins in Greece
Winter begins in Greece
Activity
Rainforest Trekking in Greece
Hiking in Greece
Rainforest Trekking in Greece
Hiking in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Rainforest Trekking in Greece
Hiking in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Rainforest Trekking in Greece
Hiking in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Diving & Snorkeling in Greece
Wildlife
Whale Season in Greece
Whale Season in Greece
Whale Season in Greece
Whale Season in Greece
Whale Season in Greece
Events
Feast of Agios Vasilios
Epiphany
Gynaikokratia
Carnival
Independence Day
Orthodox Easter
Festival of Agios Georgios.
May Day
Navy Week
Rockwave Festival
Hellenic Festival.
Hellenic Festival.
Wine & Culture Festival
Delphi Cultural Festival
August Moon Festival
Hellenic Festival.
Thessaloniki International Film Festival
High Season

The high temperatures and the large number of tourists between May and August mark the Greek summer days. The prices these weeks are usually high and it is advisable to book restaurants and accommodation in advance

Shoulder Season

April, September and October are months with reduced flow of tourists. The weather in April is cool, September shows a warm and appetizing climate and October dazzles with the autumnal colors. They are suitable months to visit the islands for the unbeatable weather.

Low Season

Temperatures go down, as does tourism. Prices go down and availability in hotels and restaurants is immense (especially on the islands). The climate usually decreases throughout the country and is very unstable, with snowfall in many areas of the country.

Your trip to Greece

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Your travel to Greece has about 33% the climate impact as your entire yearly budget of CO₂ emissions. This "yearly climate-compatible budget" sets the limit of emissions any person should produce in order to keep global warming to below 2C at about 2 tons of CO2. It includes anything from heating to stay warm and cosy in winter, your daily hot showers, the annoying commute to work, any traveling you do, the production of your yummy food and products you buy – and much more you emit by living your life.

emissions
Of your yearly CO₂ Budget
33%
Your flight
Climate compatible yearly CO₂ budget
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Just like slow food – ever thought about slow travel? Discovering the hidden treasures nearby is a great new adventure. Go by train to get a better feeling of small changes in your surroundings or have a fun road trip with your friends. If you still feel the need to fly, compensate your emissions.

How is the weather & Climate in Greece?

Temperatures as cold as your ex's heart or hot like you? See the full range for different cities based on average temperatures per month.

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