AI-generatedLitochoro at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,730 h
- Rain a year
- 988 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 350 m
Climate in Litochoro
Litochoro has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 9 °C. With around 2,730 hours of sunshine a year, Litochoro is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Litochoro
The best time to visit Litochoro 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 April to October. The wettest month is December with 130 mm of precipitation.
Litochoro through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Litochoro in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 13–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Litochoro in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.4 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Litochoro in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 15–24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Litochoro in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 9–10 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Snow
Dec – Mar
Snow on 2 or more 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
Poor
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 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
07:3918:52
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:22–08:16 · evening 18:15–19:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:12–07:22 · evening 19:09–19:19
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 Litochoro compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 21° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 17° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Litochoro in October?
In October, Litochoro is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min07:39 – 18:52
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 50 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %61 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %59 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Litochoro
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 Litochoro: score 96 against 39. In July, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 39 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.3° | 25.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 11.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 99 mm | 52 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 8 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Litochoro month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
13January9° · Sea 14° · 3.9 h
In January, Litochoro is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 13.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 90 mm in total. Snow falls on about 4 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in January17February10° · Sea 13° · 5.1 h
In February, Litochoro is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 81 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in February20March13° · Sea 13° · 6.4 h
In March, Litochoro is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °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 90 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in March26April16° · Sea 15° · 7.8 h
In April, Litochoro is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 66 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in April49May21° · Sea 19° · 9.3 h
In May, Litochoro is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °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 frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in May88June25° · Sea 23° · 10.9 h
In June, Litochoro is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in June96July28° · Sea 26° · 11.8 h
In July, Litochoro is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in July94August28° · Sea 27° · 11.4 h
In August, Litochoro is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in August82September24° · Sea 25° · 8.6 h
In September, Litochoro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in September39October19° · Sea 21° · 6.5 h
In October, Litochoro is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in October17November15° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In November, Litochoro is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 116 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro in November10December10° · Sea 16° · 3.4 h
In December, Litochoro is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 130 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Litochoro.
Litochoro 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 Litochoro
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°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in July (20°). 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) in June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, 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 | 13 | 9° | 4° | 13.7° | 3.9 h | 11 | 90 |
| FebruaryFeb | 17 | 10° | 4° | 13.0° | 5.1 h | 11 | 81 |
| MarchMar | 20 | 13° | 6° | 13.3° | 6.4 h | 12 | 90 |
| AprilApr | 26 | 16° | 9° | 15.1° | 7.8 h | 11 | 66 |
| MayMay | 49 | 21° | 14° | 19.0° | 9.3 h | 12 | 70 |
| JuneJun | 88 | 25° | 18° | 23.3° | 10.9 h | 10 | 58 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 28° | 20° | 25.9° | 11.8 h | 7 | 52 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 28° | 20° | 26.7° | 11.4 h | 8 | 45 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 24° | 17° | 24.6° | 8.6 h | 10 | 91 |
| OctoberOct | 39 | 19° | 13° | 21.3° | 6.5 h | 10 | 99 |
| NovemberNov | 17 | 15° | 9° | 18.1° | 4.4 h | 12 | 116 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 10° | 5° | 15.5° | 3.4 h | 12 | 130 |
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 Litochoro
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.3 – 22.6 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Litochoro ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 26.7 °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 September to March 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 25.9 and 27.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.7° | 12.7° | 14.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.0° | 12.1° | 13.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.3° | 12.3° | 13.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.1° | 14.0° | 15.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 19.0° | 17.7° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 23.3° | 22.2° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 25.9° | 25.1° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.6° | 23.6° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.3° | 20.3° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.1° | 17.1° | 19.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.5° | 14.4° | 16.4° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Litochoro
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 11.2 hours of daylight in Litochoro, 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
Rain in Litochoro: 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, Litochoro has about 10 rainy days with 99 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Litochoro
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 75 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 Litochoro
How breezy and how cloudy Litochoro 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 Litochoro typically peaks at 12 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 50 % of the sky over Litochoro: variable cloud, 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Litochoro
How often the day gets hot in Litochoro (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, Litochoro has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 19 °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
Snow
Snow in Litochoro
Snow is possible in Litochoro, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Litochoro.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Litochoro
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Litochoro 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.
Litochoro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).
- 24
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
- 57
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 95
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 39
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 10 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 5 min
- Distance
- 2,170 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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Litochoro vs Leptokarya
In October Leptokarya has the better holiday weather (score 56 vs 39). During the day Leptokarya is 2 °C warmer than Litochoro. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Litochoro | Leptokarya |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 39 | 56 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 21° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Litochoro
When is the best time to visit Litochoro?
The best time to visit Litochoro 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 Litochoro?
The sea temperature in Litochoro ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 26.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Litochoro in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Litochoro?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 9 °C.
When does it rain most in Litochoro?
The wettest month is December with 130 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 45 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Litochoro get?
Litochoro gets around 2,730 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.8 hours a day; in December there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Litochoro in?
Litochoro is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Litochoro?
A nonstop flight from London to Litochoro takes about 3 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,170 km.
Which school holidays are best for Litochoro?
Litochoro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 24, May half-term 57, summer holidays 95, October half-term 39, Christmas holidays 12.