Spring
May opens the island season: cool sea, low prices, Santorini not yet full.
When to go
When to visit Greece: the best months
Editors’ recommended window: May–September.
- Best months
- May, June, September
- Months that work
- March, April, October
- Hard months
- January, February, July, August, November, December
- Best time
- May–September
Best time Fine Hard season
The ideal time to visit Greece is between May and September. During this period, the weather is sunny and warm, and you can explore beaches and historical sites without crowds. In the summer months, especially in July and August, there is a heavy influx of tourists. Therefore, traveling outside this period offers a more comfortable experience.
Season by season
Summer
July and August are hot, windy and very crowded. Early June is the best compromise.
Autumn
September is the best month of the year: warmest sea, thinner crowds, sunsets still long.
Winter
Most island businesses close and ferries thin out. Athens in winter is a museum and neighbourhood city.
Good to know
What is the best month to visit Greece?
Best time: May, June, September. May opens the island season: cool sea, low prices, Santorini not yet full.
Which months should I avoid in Greece?
Hard season: January, February, July, August, November, December. Most island businesses close and ferries thin out. Athens in winter is a museum and neighbourhood city.