AI-generatedDion at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,770 h
- Rain a year
- 604 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 30 m
Climate in Dion
Dion has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 10 °C. With around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year, Dion is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Dion
The best time to visit Dion 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 March to May and from September to November. The wettest month is December with 93 mm of precipitation.
Dion through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Dion in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 15–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Dion in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Dion in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Dion in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 10–12 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: June – July, September
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 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
07:3918:52
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 07:22–08:16 · evening 18:15–19:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:12–07:22 · evening 19:09–19:19
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 Dion compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 11° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Dion in October?
In October, Dion is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Dion.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min07:39 – 18:52
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %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 %35 %
- Seaweight 25 %61 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %81 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Dion
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 Dion: score 99 against 55. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 22° |
| Sea | 21.3° | 25.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 12.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 69 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 21 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Dion month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
16January10° · Sea 14° · 4.0 h
In January, Dion is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 13.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in January21February12° · Sea 13° · 5.3 h
In February, Dion is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in February24March15° · Sea 13° · 6.6 h
In March, Dion is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in March32April19° · Sea 15° · 7.8 h
In April, Dion is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in April72May24° · Sea 19° · 9.4 h
In May, Dion is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in May97June28° · Sea 23° · 11.1 h
In June, Dion is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in June99July31° · Sea 26° · 12.0 h
In July, Dion is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 22 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 Dion.
Dion in July99August31° · Sea 27° · 11.5 h
In August, Dion is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 22 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 Dion.
Dion in August97September26° · Sea 25° · 8.7 h
In September, Dion is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in September55October21° · Sea 21° · 6.5 h
In October, Dion is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in October21November16° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In November, Dion is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion in November13December12° · Sea 16° · 3.5 h
In December, Dion is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 93 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Dion.
Dion 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 Dion
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in July (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 66 days a year, mostly from July 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 | 16 | 10° | 4° | 13.7° | 4.0 h | 9 | 63 |
| FebruaryFeb | 21 | 12° | 5° | 13.0° | 5.3 h | 9 | 54 |
| MarchMar | 24 | 15° | 7° | 13.3° | 6.6 h | 9 | 64 |
| AprilApr | 32 | 19° | 11° | 15.1° | 7.8 h | 7 | 42 |
| MayMay | 72 | 24° | 15° | 19.0° | 9.4 h | 6 | 39 |
| JuneJun | 97 | 28° | 19° | 23.3° | 11.1 h | 4 | 22 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 31° | 22° | 25.9° | 12.0 h | 3 | 19 |
| AugustAug | 99 | 31° | 22° | 26.7° | 11.5 h | 3 | 17 |
| SeptemberSep | 97 | 26° | 18° | 24.6° | 8.7 h | 6 | 47 |
| OctoberOct | 55 | 21° | 14° | 21.3° | 6.5 h | 7 | 69 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 16° | 10° | 18.1° | 4.4 h | 9 | 76 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 12° | 5° | 15.5° | 3.5 h | 10 | 93 |
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 Dion
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.3 – 22.6 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Dion ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 26.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October 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 25.9 and 27.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.7° | 12.7° | 14.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.0° | 12.1° | 13.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.3° | 12.3° | 13.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.1° | 14.0° | 15.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 19.0° | 17.7° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 23.3° | 22.2° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 25.9° | 25.1° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.6° | 23.6° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.3° | 20.3° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.1° | 17.1° | 19.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.5° | 14.4° | 16.4° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Dion
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 Dion, 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 Dion: 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, Dion has about 7 rainy days with 69 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Dion
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 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 Dion
How breezy and how cloudy Dion 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 Dion typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Dion: variable cloud, 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 Dion
How often the day gets hot in Dion (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, Dion 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 Dion
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Dion 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.
Dion has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 30
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 77
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 99
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 55
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 5 min
- Distance
- 2,160 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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Dion vs Litochoro
In October Dion has the better holiday weather (score 55 vs 39). During the day Litochoro is 2 °C cooler than Dion. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Dion | Litochoro |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 39 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 19° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Dion
When is the best time to visit Dion?
The best time to visit Dion 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 Dion?
The sea temperature in Dion ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 26.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Dion in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Dion?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.
When does it rain most in Dion?
The wettest month is December with 93 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 17 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Dion get?
Dion gets around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.0 hours a day; in December there are 3.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Dion in?
Dion is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Dion?
A nonstop flight from London to Dion takes about 3 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,160 km.
Which school holidays are best for Dion?
Dion has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 30, May half-term 77, summer holidays 99, October half-term 55, Christmas holidays 15.