AI-generatedLavrio at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,660 h
- Rain a year
- 389 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Lavrio
Lavrio has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,660 hours of sunshine a year, Lavrio is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Lavrio
The best time to visit Lavrio 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 December. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is December with 66 mm of precipitation.
Lavrio through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Lavrio in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–26 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Lavrio in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Lavrio in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–29 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Lavrio in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.6 h of sun a day
- 26 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 – Dec
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
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
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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 07:15–08:06 · evening 18:13–19:04
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:04–07:15 · evening 19:04–19:14
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 Lavrio 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 23° to 21°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 14° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Lavrio in October?
In October, Lavrio is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 27 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:31 – 18:48
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %90 %
- Seaweight 25 %76 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %99 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
Compare two months in Lavrio
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 Lavrio: score 99 against 82. 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 | 82 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 20° |
| Sea | 22.3° | 24.5° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 27 mm | 17 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Lavrio month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
14January14° · Sea 15° · 3.3 h
In January, Lavrio is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in January19February15° · Sea 15° · 4.5 h
In February, Lavrio is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in February25March17° · Sea 15° · 6.0 h
In March, Lavrio is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in March48April21° · Sea 16° · 8.0 h
In April, Lavrio is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in April80May26° · Sea 18° · 9.3 h
In May, Lavrio is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in May92June31° · Sea 22° · 11.0 h
In June, Lavrio is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. 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. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in June87July34° · Sea 24° · 11.8 h
In July, Lavrio is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.8 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 an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in July88August33° · Sea 25° · 10.8 h
In August, Lavrio is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.8 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 Lavrio.
Lavrio in August99September29° · Sea 25° · 8.6 h
In September, Lavrio is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in September82October24° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In October, Lavrio is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 27 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in October34November20° · Sea 20° · 4.3 h
In November, Lavrio is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.3 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 Lavrio.
Lavrio in November13December15° · Sea 17° · 3.0 h
In December, Lavrio is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 66 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lavrio.
Lavrio in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Lavrio
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°
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. 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 (8°), 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 in October.
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 | 14 | 14° | 8° | 15.3° | 3.3 h | 9 | 58 |
| FebruaryFeb | 19 | 15° | 8° | 15.0° | 4.5 h | 8 | 53 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 17° | 10° | 15.2° | 6.0 h | 8 | 55 |
| AprilApr | 48 | 21° | 12° | 16.1° | 8.0 h | 5 | 30 |
| MayMay | 80 | 26° | 16° | 18.4° | 9.3 h | 4 | 17 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 31° | 20° | 21.8° | 11.0 h | 2 | 10 |
| JulyJul | 87 | 34° | 23° | 24.4° | 11.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| AugustAug | 88 | 33° | 23° | 25.3° | 10.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| SeptemberSep | 99 | 29° | 20° | 24.5° | 8.6 h | 3 | 17 |
| OctoberOct | 82 | 24° | 16° | 22.3° | 6.5 h | 4 | 27 |
| NovemberNov | 34 | 20° | 13° | 19.6° | 4.3 h | 7 | 46 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 15° | 9° | 17.1° | 3.0 h | 9 | 66 |
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 Lavrio
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.9 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Lavrio ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 25.3 °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 December 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 24.4 and 26.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.3° | 14.5° | 16.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.2° | 15.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.2° | 14.3° | 15.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.1° | 15.3° | 16.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.5° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 21.1° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.4° | 23.6° | 25.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.3° | 24.4° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.5° | 23.4° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.3° | 20.9° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.6° | 18.4° | 21.1° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.1° | 16.2° | 18.2° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Lavrio
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 11.3 hours of daylight in Lavrio, 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 in Lavrio: 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, Lavrio has about 4 rainy days with 27 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Lavrio
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 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 Lavrio
How breezy and how cloudy Lavrio 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 Lavrio typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Jul – Sep, Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 38 % of the sky over Lavrio: mostly sunny, 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 and humidity in Lavrio
How often the day gets hot in Lavrio (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, Lavrio 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 Lavrio
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Lavrio 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.
Lavrio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14).
- 41
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 88
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 82
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 14
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.2 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 25 min
- Distance
- 2,450 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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Lavrio vs Kea
In October Lavrio has the better holiday weather (score 82 vs 55). During the day Kea is 4 °C cooler than Lavrio. The sea is about equally warm. Kea gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Lavrio | Kea |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 82 | 55 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jul – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Lavrio
When is the best time to visit Lavrio?
The best time to visit Lavrio 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 Lavrio?
The sea temperature in Lavrio ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 25.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Lavrio in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Lavrio?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Lavrio?
The wettest month is December with 66 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Lavrio get?
Lavrio gets around 2,660 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.8 hours a day; in December there are 3.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Lavrio in?
Lavrio is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Lavrio?
A nonstop flight from London to Lavrio takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,450 km.
Which school holidays are best for Lavrio?
Lavrio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 41, May half-term 82, summer holidays 88, October half-term 82, Christmas holidays 14.