AI-generatedAgios Efstratios at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 27°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,700 h
- Rain a year
- 495 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Agios Efstratios
Agios Efstratios has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,700 hours of sunshine a year, Agios Efstratios is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Agios Efstratios
The best time to visit Agios Efstratios is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to November. The wettest month is December with 104 mm of precipitation.
Agios Efstratios through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Agios Efstratios in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Agios Efstratios in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Agios Efstratios in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Agios Efstratios in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:2918:43
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:12–08:05 · evening 18:06–18:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:02–07:12 · evening 18:59–19:10
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Agios Efstratios compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 19°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Agios Efstratios in October?
In October, Agios Efstratios is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min07:29 – 18:43
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 33 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 37 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %32 %
- Seaweight 25 %46 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %92 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Agios Efstratios
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Agios Efstratios: score 100 against 53. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 53 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 23° |
| Sea | 20.2° | 24.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 12.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 39 mm | 4 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 26 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Agios Efstratios month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
11January13° · Sea 15° · 3.2 h
In January, Agios Efstratios is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 87 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in January18February13° · Sea 15° · 4.4 h
In February, Agios Efstratios is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 67 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in February25March15° · Sea 14° · 6.1 h
In March, Agios Efstratios is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in March35April17° · Sea 15° · 8.0 h
In April, Agios Efstratios is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 32 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in April53May21° · Sea 18° · 9.6 h
In May, Agios Efstratios is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in May90June25° · Sea 22° · 11.5 h
In June, Agios Efstratios is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in June100July27° · Sea 24° · 12.0 h
In July, Agios Efstratios is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in July100August27° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h
In August, Agios Efstratios is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in August92September24° · Sea 23° · 9.0 h
In September, Agios Efstratios is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 24 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in September53October21° · Sea 20° · 6.5 h
In October, Agios Efstratios is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in October24November17° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In November, Agios Efstratios is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 56 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in November9December14° · Sea 16° · 2.9 h
In December, Agios Efstratios is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 104 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Agios Efstratios.
Agios Efstratios in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Agios Efstratios
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (10°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 90 days a year, mostly from June to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11 | 13° | 10° | 15.2° | 3.2 h | 11 | 87 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 13° | 10° | 14.6° | 4.4 h | 9 | 67 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 15° | 11° | 14.4° | 6.1 h | 8 | 53 |
| AprilApr | 35 | 17° | 13° | 15.2° | 8.0 h | 5 | 32 |
| MayMay | 53 | 21° | 17° | 18.0° | 9.6 h | 3 | 16 |
| JuneJun | 90 | 25° | 21° | 21.9° | 11.5 h | 1 | 7 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 27° | 23° | 24.2° | 12.0 h | 0 | 4 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 27° | 23° | 24.5° | 11.1 h | 1 | 4 |
| SeptemberSep | 92 | 24° | 21° | 22.8° | 9.0 h | 3 | 24 |
| OctoberOct | 53 | 21° | 17° | 20.2° | 6.5 h | 5 | 39 |
| NovemberNov | 24 | 17° | 14° | 17.9° | 4.4 h | 7 | 56 |
| DecemberDec | 9 | 14° | 11° | 16.3° | 2.9 h | 12 | 104 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Agios Efstratios
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.0 – 21.4 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Agios Efstratios ranges from 14.4 °C in March to 24.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 23.4 and 25.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.2° | 14.0° | 16.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.6° | 13.6° | 15.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.4° | 13.7° | 15.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 14.3° | 15.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.0° | 16.9° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.9° | 20.9° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.2° | 23.2° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.5° | 23.4° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.8° | 21.8° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.2° | 19.0° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.9° | 16.7° | 19.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.3° | 15.1° | 17.1° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Agios Efstratios
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Agios Efstratios, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Agios Efstratios: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Agios Efstratios has about 5 rainy days with 39 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Agios Efstratios
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Agios Efstratios
How breezy and how cloudy Agios Efstratios is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Agios Efstratios typically peaks at 33 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 37 % of the sky over Agios Efstratios: mostly sunny, with about 6.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Agios Efstratios
How often the day gets hot in Agios Efstratios (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Agios Efstratios has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Agios Efstratios
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Agios Efstratios in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Agios Efstratios has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).
- 32
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
- 60
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.4 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 53
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 10
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 20 min
- Distance
- 2,370 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Greece
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Greek
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +30
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Agios Efstratios vs Scyros
In October the holiday weather in Agios Efstratios and Scyros is about equally good (score 53 vs 57). During the day it is about as warm in Scyros as in Agios Efstratios. The sea in Scyros is 1 °C warmer. Scyros gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Agios Efstratios | Scyros |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 53 | 57 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 20° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Agios Efstratios
When is the best time to visit Agios Efstratios?
The best time to visit Agios Efstratios is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Agios Efstratios?
The sea temperature in Agios Efstratios ranges from 14.4 °C in March to 24.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Agios Efstratios in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Agios Efstratios?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Agios Efstratios?
The wettest month is December with 104 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 4 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Agios Efstratios get?
Agios Efstratios gets around 2,700 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.0 hours a day; in December there are 2.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Agios Efstratios in?
Agios Efstratios is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Agios Efstratios?
A nonstop flight from London to Agios Efstratios takes about 3 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,370 km.
Which school holidays are best for Agios Efstratios?
Agios Efstratios has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 32, May half-term 60, summer holidays 100, October half-term 53, Christmas holidays 10.