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Archangelos, Rhodes weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Archangelos, Rhodes at a glance

Best time
May – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 32°
Warmest sea
Aug · 27.4°
Sunshine a year
2,910 h
Rain a year
544 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+2 / UTC+3
Elevation
163 m

Climate in Archangelos, Rhodes

Archangelos, Rhodes has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year, Archangelos, Rhodes is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Archangelos, Rhodes

The best time to visit Archangelos, Rhodes is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from February to May and from October to November. Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is December with 127 mm.

Archangelos, Rhodes through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Archangelos, Rhodes in spring

Mar – May

54

Fair

  • 17–25 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 8.3 h of sun a day
  • 15 rainy days in all

Archangelos, Rhodes in summer

Jun – Aug

95

Excellent

  • 29–32 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 11.2 h of sun a day
  • 1 rainy day in all

Archangelos, Rhodes in autumn

Sep – Nov

81

Excellent

  • 21–29 °C by day
  • Sea 24 °C
  • 7.6 h of sun a day
  • 14 rainy days in all

Archangelos, Rhodes in winter

Dec – Feb

19

Poor

  • 15–17 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 4.8 h of sun a day
  • 35 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Jun – Oct

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Feb – May, Oct – Nov

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Rainy months

Dec – Jan

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Archangelos, Rhodes for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June, September

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

94

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: May – October

Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 19°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 25°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 22°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 20°

07:1318:33

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 06:57–07:48 · evening 17:58–18:49
Blue hour
Morning 06:47–06:57 · evening 18:49–18:59

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 Archangelos, Rhodes compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 23°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high27°23°
Night-time low20°16°
Sea25°23°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Archangelos, Rhodes in October?

In October, Archangelos, Rhodes is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 36 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 20 min07:13 – 18:33
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
24 %on averageAll months
Hot days
0 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+3offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %96 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Light, breathable clothes

Compare two months in Archangelos, Rhodes

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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September has the better holiday weather in Archangelos, Rhodes: score 100 against 94. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.

October vs September, Archangelos, Rhodes
MonthOctoberSeptember
Holiday weather score94100better
Daytime high25°29°
Night-time low18°21°
Sea24.1°26.4°
Sunshine7.6 h9.5 hbetter
Rainy days51better
Rainfall36 mm10 mmbetter
Muggy days5better16

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Archangelos, Rhodes month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

16January15° · Sea 18° · 4.6 h

In January, Archangelos, Rhodes is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 118 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in January
20February15° · Sea 17° · 5.5 h

In February, Archangelos, Rhodes is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in February
28March17° · Sea 17° · 6.8 h

In March, Archangelos, Rhodes is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in March
48April20° · Sea 18° · 8.5 h

In April, Archangelos, Rhodes is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 28 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in April
86May25° · Sea 20° · 9.6 h

In May, Archangelos, Rhodes is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in May
96June29° · Sea 23° · 11.3 h

In June, Archangelos, Rhodes is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in June
96July32° · Sea 26° · 11.3 h

In July, Archangelos, Rhodes is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in July
94August32° · Sea 27° · 10.9 h

In August, Archangelos, Rhodes is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in August
100September29° · Sea 26° · 9.5 h

In September, Archangelos, Rhodes is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in September
94October25° · Sea 24° · 7.6 h

In October, Archangelos, Rhodes is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 36 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in October
50November21° · Sea 22° · 5.6 h

In November, Archangelos, Rhodes is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in November
21December17° · Sea 19° · 4.3 h

In December, Archangelos, Rhodes is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 127 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Archangelos, Rhodes.

Archangelos, Rhodes in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Archangelos, Rhodes

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°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (10°), the warmest in August (24°). 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 85 days a year, mostly from July to September.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 25°Night 18°Sea 24°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1615°10°17.9°4.6 h13118
FebruaryFeb2015°10°17.1°5.5 h1081
MarchMar2817°11°17.1°6.8 h754
AprilApr4820°13°17.8°8.5 h528
MayMay8625°16°20.0°9.6 h313
JuneJun9629°20°22.9°11.3 h02
JulyJul9632°23°25.8°11.3 h00
AugustAug9432°24°27.4°10.9 h00
SeptemberSep10029°21°26.4°9.5 h110
OctoberOct9425°18°24.1°7.6 h536
NovemberNov5021°14°21.7°5.6 h875
DecemberDec2117°11°19.4°4.3 h12127

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

36.21° N, 28.11° E · 163 m · Europe/Athens

Sea temperature
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Archangelos, Rhodes

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October24.1°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 22.9 – 25.1 °C

Swimming season: May – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 24.1°8 in 10 years 22.9° – 25.1°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Archangelos, Rhodes ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 27.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

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 26.4 and 28.0 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan17.9°17.0°18.8°fresh
FebruaryFeb17.1°16.2°17.8°fresh
MarchMar17.1°16.3°17.7°fresh
AprilApr17.8°17.1°18.4°fresh
MayMay20.0°19.2°20.6°refreshing
JuneJun22.9°22.1°23.8°refreshing
JulyJul25.8°24.8°27.0°pleasant
AugustAug27.4°26.4°28.0°warm
SeptemberSep26.4°25.6°27.4°warm
OctoberOct24.1°22.9°25.1°pleasant
NovemberNov21.7°20.6°22.8°refreshing
DecemberDec19.4°18.7°20.5°fresh
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Archangelos, Rhodes

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,910 hours
Sunniest month
Jun · 11.3 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.3 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.6 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 67 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.6 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Archangelos, Rhodes, 67 % 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

Rain in Archangelos, Rhodes: 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.

Per year
544 mm on 64 days
Wettest month
Dec · 127 mm
Driest month
Jul · 0 mm
OctoberRainy days 5Rainfall 36 mm

In October, Archangelos, Rhodes has about 5 rainy days with 36 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Archangelos, Rhodes

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 25 min
Fair skin
about 35 min
Light brown skin
about 45 min
Olive skin
about 60 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 & clouds

Wind and clouds in Archangelos, Rhodes

How breezy and how cloudy Archangelos, Rhodes 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.

Year average
23 km/h · moderate breeze
Windiest month
Feb · 26 km/h
Calmest month
Oct · 20 km/h
OctoberWind 20 km/hBeaufort 4
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Archangelos, Rhodes typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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.

Year average
27 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 1 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 48 %
OctoberCloud cover 24 %Sunshine 7.6 h

In October, cloud covers on average 24 % of the sky over Archangelos, Rhodes: mostly sunny, with about 7.6 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 & humidity

Heat and humidity in Archangelos, Rhodes

How often the day gets hot in Archangelos, Rhodes (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
77 days
Hottest month
Aug · 32 °C
Hot months
Jul – Aug

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 0Daytime high 25 °C

In October, Archangelos, Rhodes has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.

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 Archangelos, Rhodes

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Archangelos, Rhodes 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.

Archangelos, Rhodes has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 19).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    42

    Fair

    • 19 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 8.0 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    88

    Excellent

    • 26 °C by day
    • Sea 21 °C
    • 9.9 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    95

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 11.0 h of sun a day
    • 0 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    94

    Excellent

    • 25 °C by day
    • Sea 24 °C
    • 7.6 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    19

    Poor

    • 16 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.4 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 3 h 55 min
Distance
2,820 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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Archangelos vs Lindos

In October the holiday weather in Archangelos and Lindos is about equally good (score 94 vs 94). During the day Lindos is 1 °C warmer than Archangelos. The sea is about equally warm.

Archangelos vs Lindos, in October
in OctoberArchangelosLindos
Holiday weather score9494
Daytime high25°26°
Sea24°24°
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days55
Best timeMay – OctMay – Oct

Through the year

OctoberArchangelos 25°Lindos 26°
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Frequently asked questions about Archangelos, Rhodes

When is the best time to visit Archangelos, Rhodes?

The best time to visit Archangelos, Rhodes is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Archangelos, Rhodes?

The sea temperature in Archangelos, Rhodes ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 27.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

Can you swim in Archangelos, Rhodes in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Archangelos, Rhodes?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.

When does it rain most in Archangelos, Rhodes?

Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is December with 127 mm. The driest month is July with 0 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Archangelos, Rhodes get?

Archangelos, Rhodes gets around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.3 hours a day.

What time zone is Archangelos, Rhodes in?

Archangelos, Rhodes is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.

How long is the flight from London to Archangelos, Rhodes?

A nonstop flight from London to Archangelos, Rhodes takes about 3 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,820 km.

Which school holidays are best for Archangelos, Rhodes?

Archangelos, Rhodes has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 19). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 42, May half-term 88, summer holidays 95, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 19.