AI-generatedGytheio at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,740 h
- Rain a year
- 577 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 168 m
Climate in Gytheio
Gytheio has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,740 hours of sunshine a year, Gytheio is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gytheio
The best time to visit Gytheio is from June to September. 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. In July it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is December with 81 mm of precipitation.
Gytheio through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gytheio in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Gytheio in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Gytheio in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–29 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Gytheio in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 30 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
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: June, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
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 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:3618:55
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 07:20–08:11 · evening 18:20–19:11
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:10–07:20 · evening 19:11–19:21
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 Gytheio compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 22°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 24° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Gytheio in October?
In October, Gytheio is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Gytheio.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min07:36 – 18:55
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %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 %78 %
- Seaweight 25 %90 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %55 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %89 %
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 Gytheio
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 Gytheio: score 95 against 79. In September, days are 5 °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 | 79 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 19° |
| Sea | 23.3° | 25.3° |
| Sunshine | 6.3 h | 8.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 44 mm | 37 mm |
| Muggy days | 1better | 3 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gytheio month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
17January14° · Sea 17° · 4.8 h
In January, Gytheio is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in January20February14° · Sea 16° · 5.5 h
In February, Gytheio is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in February24March17° · Sea 16° · 6.6 h
In March, Gytheio is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 67 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in March41April20° · Sea 16° · 8.1 h
In April, Gytheio is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in April77May25° · Sea 19° · 8.9 h
In May, Gytheio is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °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 falls on about 7 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in May92June30° · Sea 22° · 11.1 h
In June, Gytheio is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in June90July33° · Sea 25° · 11.4 h
In July, Gytheio is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 10 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in July91August33° · Sea 26° · 10.2 h
In August, Gytheio is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in August95September29° · Sea 25° · 8.1 h
In September, Gytheio is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in September79October24° · Sea 23° · 6.3 h
In October, Gytheio is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in October34November19° · Sea 21° · 4.7 h
In November, Gytheio is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 73 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio in November19December15° · Sea 18° · 4.1 h
In December, Gytheio is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gytheio.
Gytheio 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 Gytheio
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 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in August (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 from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January 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 | 17 | 14° | 7° | 16.5° | 4.8 h | 10 | 75 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 14° | 7° | 15.7° | 5.5 h | 10 | 71 |
| MarchMar | 24 | 17° | 8° | 15.7° | 6.6 h | 10 | 67 |
| AprilApr | 41 | 20° | 11° | 16.4° | 8.1 h | 7 | 42 |
| MayMay | 77 | 25° | 15° | 18.8° | 8.9 h | 7 | 38 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 30° | 19° | 22.2° | 11.1 h | 5 | 28 |
| JulyJul | 90 | 33° | 22° | 25.4° | 11.4 h | 2 | 10 |
| AugustAug | 91 | 33° | 22° | 26.4° | 10.2 h | 3 | 13 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 29° | 19° | 25.3° | 8.1 h | 5 | 37 |
| OctoberOct | 79 | 24° | 15° | 23.3° | 6.3 h | 6 | 44 |
| NovemberNov | 34 | 19° | 11° | 20.9° | 4.7 h | 8 | 73 |
| DecemberDec | 19 | 15° | 8° | 18.3° | 4.1 h | 10 | 81 |
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 Gytheio
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.3 – 24.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gytheio ranges from 15.7 °C in February to 26.4 °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 25.6 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.5° | 15.5° | 17.5° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.7° | 14.9° | 16.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.4° | 15.8° | 17.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.8° | 17.9° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 21.5° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.4° | 24.5° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.6° | 27.2° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.3° | 24.4° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 23.3° | 22.3° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 20.9° | 19.6° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.3° | 17.3° | 19.2° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Gytheio
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 6.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Gytheio, 56 % 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 Gytheio: 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, Gytheio has about 6 rainy days with 44 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Gytheio
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 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 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 and clouds in Gytheio
How breezy and how cloudy Gytheio 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 Gytheio typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
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 Gytheio: mostly sunny, with about 6.3 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 Gytheio
How often the day gets hot in Gytheio (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, Gytheio has about 0 hot days, 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 Gytheio
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Gytheio 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.
Gytheio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18).
- 36
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 79
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 18
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 25 min
- Distance
- 2,440 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
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Gytheio vs Kardamyli
In October the holiday weather in Gytheio and Kardamyli is about equally good (score 79 vs 80). During the day it is about as warm in Kardamyli as in Gytheio. The sea in Kardamyli is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Gytheio | Kardamyli |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 80 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 23° | 24° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | May – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Gytheio
When is the best time to visit Gytheio?
The best time to visit Gytheio 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 Gytheio?
The sea temperature in Gytheio ranges from 15.7 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Gytheio in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Gytheio?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Gytheio?
The wettest month is December with 81 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 10 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gytheio get?
Gytheio gets around 2,740 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Gytheio in?
Gytheio is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Gytheio?
A nonstop flight from London to Gytheio takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,440 km.
Which school holidays are best for Gytheio?
Gytheio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 36, May half-term 80, summer holidays 91, October half-term 79, Christmas holidays 18.