AI-generatedKolymvari at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,860 h
- Rain a year
- 834 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Kolymvari
Kolymvari has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,860 hours of sunshine a year, Kolymvari is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kolymvari
The best time to visit Kolymvari 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 June and from September to November. Rain is frequent from December to February; the wettest month is December with 167 mm.
Kolymvari through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kolymvari in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Kolymvari in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.8 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Kolymvari in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Kolymvari in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Feb
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – 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 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
07:3018:51
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 07:14–08:04 · evening 18:17–19:07
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:04–07:14 · evening 19:07–19:17
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 Kolymvari compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 22°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 16° |
| Sea | 24° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Kolymvari in October?
In October, Kolymvari is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 74 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 21 min07:30 – 18:51
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 35 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %75 %
- Seaweight 25 %84 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %69 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Kolymvari
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 Kolymvari: score 100 against 73. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 23° |
| Sea | 22.9° | 25.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 12.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 74 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 11 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kolymvari month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
10January15° · Sea 16° · 4.5 h
In January, Kolymvari is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 158 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in January15February15° · Sea 16° · 5.5 h
In February, Kolymvari is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °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 13 rainy days and 135 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in February23March17° · Sea 16° · 6.6 h
In March, Kolymvari is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in March40April20° · Sea 17° · 8.4 h
In April, Kolymvari is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in April76May24° · Sea 19° · 9.6 h
In May, Kolymvari is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °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 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in May94June28° · Sea 22° · 12.1 h
In June, Kolymvari is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in June100July30° · Sea 25° · 12.3 h
In July, Kolymvari is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in July100August30° · Sea 26° · 11.0 h
In August, Kolymvari is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 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 Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in August99September28° · Sea 25° · 8.8 h
In September, Kolymvari is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 33 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in September73October24° · Sea 23° · 6.4 h
In October, Kolymvari is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 74 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in October36November20° · Sea 21° · 4.9 h
In November, Kolymvari is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari in November12December17° · Sea 18° · 3.9 h
In December, Kolymvari is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 167 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kolymvari.
Kolymvari 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 Kolymvari
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 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (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 from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 43 days a year, mostly in 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 | 10 | 15° | 10° | 16.4° | 4.5 h | 15 | 158 |
| FebruaryFeb | 15 | 15° | 10° | 15.7° | 5.5 h | 13 | 135 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 17° | 11° | 15.8° | 6.6 h | 11 | 90 |
| AprilApr | 40 | 20° | 14° | 16.6° | 8.4 h | 6 | 38 |
| MayMay | 76 | 24° | 17° | 18.9° | 9.6 h | 4 | 26 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 28° | 21° | 22.4° | 12.1 h | 2 | 5 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 23° | 25.1° | 12.3 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 23° | 25.9° | 11.0 h | 2 | 6 |
| SeptemberSep | 99 | 28° | 21° | 24.8° | 8.8 h | 4 | 33 |
| OctoberOct | 73 | 24° | 18° | 22.9° | 6.4 h | 8 | 74 |
| NovemberNov | 36 | 20° | 15° | 20.6° | 4.9 h | 11 | 100 |
| DecemberDec | 12 | 17° | 12° | 18.3° | 3.9 h | 15 | 167 |
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 Kolymvari
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.6 – 23.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kolymvari ranges from 15.7 °C in February to 25.9 °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 25.0 and 26.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.4° | 15.6° | 17.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.7° | 15.1° | 16.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.8° | 15.1° | 16.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.6° | 16.1° | 17.2° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.9° | 18.1° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.4° | 21.7° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.1° | 24.5° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.9° | 25.0° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.8° | 23.8° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.9° | 21.6° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.6° | 19.2° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.3° | 17.1° | 19.0° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kolymvari
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 6.4 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Kolymvari, 57 % 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 Kolymvari: 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, Kolymvari has about 8 rainy days with 74 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kolymvari
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 and clouds in Kolymvari
How breezy and how cloudy Kolymvari 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 Kolymvari typically peaks at 22 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: Sep – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 35 % of the sky over Kolymvari: mostly sunny, with about 6.4 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 Kolymvari
How often the day gets hot in Kolymvari (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, Kolymvari 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 Kolymvari
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kolymvari 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.
Kolymvari has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11).
- 35
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 73
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 11
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 15 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 40 min
- Distance
- 2,620 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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Kolymvari vs Kissamos
In October the holiday weather in Kolymvari and Kissamos is about equally good (score 73 vs 73). During the day it is about as warm in Kissamos as in Kolymvari. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Kolymvari | Kissamos |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 73 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Kolymvari
When is the best time to visit Kolymvari?
The best time to visit Kolymvari 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 Kolymvari?
The sea temperature in Kolymvari ranges from 15.7 °C in February to 25.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Kolymvari in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Kolymvari?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Kolymvari?
Rain is frequent from December to February; the wettest month is December with 167 mm. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kolymvari get?
Kolymvari gets around 2,860 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.3 hours a day; in December there are 3.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Kolymvari in?
Kolymvari is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Kolymvari?
A nonstop flight from London to Kolymvari takes about 3 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,620 km.
Which school holidays are best for Kolymvari?
Kolymvari has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 35, May half-term 80, summer holidays 100, October half-term 73, Christmas holidays 11.