AI-generatedElefsina at a glance
- Best time
- Jun, Sep – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,570 h
- Rain a year
- 366 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Elefsina
Elefsina has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,570 hours of sunshine a year, Elefsina is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Elefsina
The best time to visit Elefsina is in June and from September 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 March to May and from October to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The wettest month is December with 58 mm of precipitation.
Elefsina through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Elefsina in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 18–28 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Elefsina in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 32–35 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Elefsina in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Elefsina in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June, September – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:3318:50
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 07:17–08:09 · evening 18:14–19:06
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:07–07:17 · evening 19:06–19:16
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 Elefsina compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 22°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 24° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Elefsina in October?
In October, Elefsina is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:33 – 18:50
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °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 %90 %
- Seaweight 25 %86 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
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 Elefsina
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Elefsina: score 98 against 84. In September, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 19° |
| Sea | 23.0° | 25.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 8.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 26 mm | 16 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Elefsina month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
16January14° · Sea 16° · 3.3 h
In January, Elefsina is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in January20February15° · Sea 15° · 4.3 h
In February, Elefsina is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in February25March18° · Sea 15° · 5.8 h
In March, Elefsina is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in March51April22° · Sea 16° · 7.7 h
In April, Elefsina is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 29 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in April80May28° · Sea 19° · 8.9 h
In May, Elefsina is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in May88June32° · Sea 23° · 10.8 h
In June, Elefsina is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in June79July35° · Sea 25° · 11.6 h
In July, Elefsina is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in July81August35° · Sea 26° · 10.6 h
In August, Elefsina is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in August98September30° · Sea 25° · 8.3 h
In September, Elefsina is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in September84October24° · Sea 23° · 6.2 h
In October, Elefsina is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in October34November19° · Sea 20° · 4.0 h
In November, Elefsina is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in November16December15° · Sea 18° · 2.9 h
In December, Elefsina is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Elefsina.
Elefsina in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Elefsina
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°
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in July (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated.
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 | 14° | 6° | 15.5° | 3.3 h | 8 | 50 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 15° | 6° | 14.7° | 4.3 h | 7 | 46 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 18° | 8° | 14.9° | 5.8 h | 7 | 49 |
| AprilApr | 51 | 22° | 11° | 16.0° | 7.7 h | 5 | 29 |
| MayMay | 80 | 28° | 16° | 18.8° | 8.9 h | 5 | 21 |
| JuneJun | 88 | 32° | 20° | 22.5° | 10.8 h | 3 | 13 |
| JulyJul | 79 | 35° | 23° | 25.4° | 11.6 h | 1 | 6 |
| AugustAug | 81 | 35° | 23° | 26.2° | 10.6 h | 1 | 7 |
| SeptemberSep | 98 | 30° | 19° | 25.2° | 8.3 h | 3 | 16 |
| OctoberOct | 84 | 24° | 15° | 23.0° | 6.2 h | 4 | 26 |
| NovemberNov | 34 | 19° | 11° | 20.4° | 4.0 h | 7 | 46 |
| DecemberDec | 16 | 15° | 7° | 17.6° | 2.9 h | 8 | 58 |
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 in Elefsina
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.9 – 23.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Elefsina ranges from 14.7 °C in February to 26.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. 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 25.4 and 27.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.5° | 14.6° | 16.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.7° | 14.1° | 15.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.9° | 14.2° | 15.6° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.0° | 15.3° | 16.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.8° | 17.8° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.5° | 21.8° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.4° | 24.6° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.2° | 25.4° | 27.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.2° | 24.4° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 23.0° | 21.9° | 23.9° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 20.4° | 19.2° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 17.6° | 16.5° | 18.9° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Elefsina
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 6.2 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Elefsina, 55 % 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 in Elefsina: 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, Elefsina has about 4 rainy days with 26 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Elefsina
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 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 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 and clouds in Elefsina
How breezy and how cloudy Elefsina 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 Elefsina typically peaks at 15 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 38 % of the sky over Elefsina: mostly sunny, with about 6.2 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 and humidity in Elefsina
How often the day gets hot in Elefsina (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, Elefsina has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 24 °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 Elefsina
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Elefsina 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.
Elefsina has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 16).
- 43
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 84
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 16
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 3.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 25 min
- Distance
- 2,390 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.
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Elefsina vs Salamis Island
In October the holiday weather in Elefsina and Salamis Island is about equally good (score 84 vs 83). During the day it is about as warm in Salamis Island as in Elefsina. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Elefsina | Salamis Island |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 83 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | Jun, Sep – Oct | Jun, Sep – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Elefsina
When is the best time to visit Elefsina?
The best time to visit Elefsina is in June and from September to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Elefsina?
The sea temperature in Elefsina ranges from 14.7 °C in February to 26.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Elefsina in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Elefsina?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Elefsina?
The wettest month is December with 58 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Elefsina get?
Elefsina gets around 2,570 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.6 hours a day; in December there are 2.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Elefsina in?
Elefsina is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Elefsina?
A nonstop flight from London to Elefsina takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,390 km.
Which school holidays are best for Elefsina?
Elefsina has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 16). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 43, May half-term 82, summer holidays 80, October half-term 84, Christmas holidays 16.