AI-generatedLefkimmi at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,710 h
- Rain a year
- 1,253 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 21 m
Climate in Lefkimmi
Lefkimmi has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year, Lefkimmi is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Lefkimmi
The best time to visit Lefkimmi 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 June and from September to October. Rain is frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 233 mm.
Lefkimmi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Lefkimmi in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Lefkimmi in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Lefkimmi in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Lefkimmi in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – August
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 forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
07:4819:02
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 07:32–08:25 · evening 18:26–19:19
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:21–07:32 · evening 19:19–19:29
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 Lefkimmi 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 20° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 15° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Lefkimmi in October?
In October, Lefkimmi is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 157 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min07:48 – 19:02
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %79 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %62 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %60 %
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 Lefkimmi
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 Lefkimmi: score 100 against 63. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 22° |
| Sea | 22.5° | 24.6° |
| Sunshine | 6.7 h | 11.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 157 mm | 10 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 28 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Lefkimmi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
14January14° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In January, Lefkimmi is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 149 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in January18February14° · Sea 15° · 5.3 h
In February, Lefkimmi is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 134 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in February21March16° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In March, Lefkimmi is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 114 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in March26April18° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h
In April, Lefkimmi is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in April60May22° · Sea 19° · 8.6 h
In May, Lefkimmi is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in May95June26° · Sea 23° · 10.5 h
In June, Lefkimmi is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in June100July28° · Sea 25° · 11.5 h
In July, Lefkimmi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in July100August29° · Sea 26° · 10.3 h
In August, Lefkimmi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 7 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 Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in August93September26° · Sea 25° · 8.4 h
In September, Lefkimmi is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 101 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in September63October22° · Sea 23° · 6.7 h
In October, Lefkimmi is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 157 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in October24November19° · Sea 20° · 4.9 h
In November, Lefkimmi is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 233 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi in November12December15° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In December, Lefkimmi is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 199 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Lefkimmi.
Lefkimmi 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 Lefkimmi
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 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (9°), 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. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 99 days a year, mostly from June to September.
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° | 9° | 15.9° | 4.8 h | 13 | 149 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 14° | 9° | 15.2° | 5.3 h | 11 | 134 |
| MarchMar | 21 | 16° | 10° | 15.2° | 6.4 h | 12 | 114 |
| AprilApr | 26 | 18° | 12° | 16.2° | 7.2 h | 9 | 69 |
| MayMay | 60 | 22° | 16° | 19.1° | 8.6 h | 8 | 46 |
| JuneJun | 95 | 26° | 20° | 22.7° | 10.5 h | 4 | 23 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 28° | 22° | 24.6° | 11.5 h | 2 | 10 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 29° | 23° | 25.8° | 10.3 h | 3 | 17 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 26° | 20° | 24.7° | 8.4 h | 8 | 101 |
| OctoberOct | 63 | 22° | 17° | 22.5° | 6.7 h | 10 | 157 |
| NovemberNov | 24 | 19° | 13° | 20.0° | 4.9 h | 13 | 233 |
| DecemberDec | 12 | 15° | 10° | 17.5° | 4.4 h | 14 | 199 |
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 Lefkimmi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.6 – 23.4 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Lefkimmi ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 25.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
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 24.3 and 27.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.9° | 15.0° | 16.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.2° | 15.6° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 19.1° | 18.2° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.7° | 21.8° | 24.1° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.6° | 23.2° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.8° | 24.3° | 27.0° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.7° | 23.6° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.5° | 21.6° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.0° | 18.6° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 17.5° | 16.4° | 18.7° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Lefkimmi
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 6.7 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Lefkimmi, 60 % 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 Lefkimmi: 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, Lefkimmi has about 10 rainy days with 157 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Lefkimmi
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 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 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 Lefkimmi
How breezy and how cloudy Lefkimmi 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 Lefkimmi 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 45 % of the sky over Lefkimmi: variable cloud, with about 6.7 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 Lefkimmi
How often the day gets hot in Lefkimmi (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, Lefkimmi has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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 Lefkimmi
Weather for your travel dates
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Lefkimmi 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.
Lefkimmi has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13).
- 25
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 63
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 13 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
- Distance
- 2,070 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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Lefkimmi vs Igoumenitsa
In October the holiday weather in Lefkimmi and Igoumenitsa is about equally good (score 63 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Igoumenitsa as in Lefkimmi. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Lefkimmi | Igoumenitsa |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Lefkimmi
When is the best time to visit Lefkimmi?
The best time to visit Lefkimmi 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 Lefkimmi?
The sea temperature in Lefkimmi ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 25.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Lefkimmi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Lefkimmi?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Lefkimmi?
Rain is frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 233 mm. The driest month is July with 10 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Lefkimmi get?
Lefkimmi gets around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.5 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Lefkimmi in?
Lefkimmi is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Lefkimmi?
A nonstop flight from London to Lefkimmi takes about 3 h, for a straight-line distance of about 2,070 km.
Which school holidays are best for Lefkimmi?
Lefkimmi has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 25, May half-term 67, summer holidays 100, October half-term 63, Christmas holidays 13.