AI-generatedNafpaktos at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,630 h
- Rain a year
- 984 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 3 m
Climate in Nafpaktos
Nafpaktos 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 12 °C. With around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year, Nafpaktos is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nafpaktos
The best time to visit Nafpaktos 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 May and from September to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is November with 166 mm.
Nafpaktos through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nafpaktos in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 16–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Nafpaktos in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Nafpaktos in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Nafpaktos in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Dec – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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 forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:4018:56
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 07:24–08:16 · evening 18:21–19:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:14–07:24 · evening 19:13–19:23
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 Nafpaktos 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 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 | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Nafpaktos in October?
In October, Nafpaktos is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min07:40 – 18:56
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %62 %
- Seaweight 25 %80 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %68 %
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 Nafpaktos
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
June has the better holiday weather in Nafpaktos: score 95 against 65. In June, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. June has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 18° |
| Sea | 22.6° | 22.6° |
| Sunshine | 5.9 h | 11.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 102 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 2 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nafpaktos month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January12° · Sea 16° · 4.4 h
In January, Nafpaktos is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 151 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in January16February13° · Sea 15° · 5.0 h
In February, Nafpaktos is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 120 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in February20March16° · Sea 15° · 6.2 h
In March, Nafpaktos is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 98 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in March34April20° · Sea 16° · 7.6 h
In April, Nafpaktos is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in April76May25° · Sea 19° · 8.5 h
In May, Nafpaktos is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in May95June30° · Sea 23° · 11.0 h
In June, Nafpaktos is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 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 Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in June89July33° · Sea 25° · 11.5 h
In July, Nafpaktos is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in July89August33° · Sea 26° · 10.3 h
In August, Nafpaktos is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 8 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in August93September28° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In September, Nafpaktos is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 61 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 Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in September65October23° · Sea 23° · 5.9 h
In October, Nafpaktos is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in October25November18° · Sea 20° · 4.4 h
In November, Nafpaktos is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 166 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in November11December14° · Sea 18° · 3.8 h
In December, Nafpaktos is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 163 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nafpaktos.
Nafpaktos in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nafpaktos
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 (5°), the warmest in July (21°). 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 | 12 | 12° | 5° | 15.7° | 4.4 h | 13 | 151 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 13° | 5° | 14.8° | 5.0 h | 12 | 120 |
| MarchMar | 20 | 16° | 7° | 14.9° | 6.2 h | 11 | 98 |
| AprilApr | 34 | 20° | 10° | 16.2° | 7.6 h | 8 | 58 |
| MayMay | 76 | 25° | 14° | 18.9° | 8.5 h | 6 | 33 |
| JuneJun | 95 | 30° | 18° | 22.6° | 11.0 h | 3 | 19 |
| JulyJul | 89 | 33° | 21° | 24.9° | 11.5 h | 1 | 6 |
| AugustAug | 89 | 33° | 21° | 25.9° | 10.3 h | 2 | 8 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 28° | 17° | 25.0° | 7.8 h | 6 | 61 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 23° | 13° | 22.6° | 5.9 h | 9 | 102 |
| NovemberNov | 25 | 18° | 10° | 20.3° | 4.4 h | 12 | 166 |
| DecemberDec | 11 | 14° | 6° | 17.6° | 3.8 h | 14 | 163 |
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 Nafpaktos
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.9 – 23.8 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Nafpaktos ranges from 14.8 °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 24.6 and 27.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.5° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.8° | 14.2° | 15.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.9° | 14.2° | 15.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.2° | 15.6° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.9° | 17.9° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.6° | 21.7° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.9° | 24.0° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.9° | 24.6° | 27.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 25.0° | 23.7° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.6° | 21.9° | 23.8° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.3° | 19.0° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 17.6° | 16.8° | 18.4° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Nafpaktos
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 5.9 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Nafpaktos, 52 % 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 Nafpaktos: 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, Nafpaktos has about 9 rainy days with 102 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Nafpaktos
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 and clouds in Nafpaktos
How breezy and how cloudy Nafpaktos 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 Nafpaktos typically peaks at 14 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 43 % of the sky over Nafpaktos: mostly sunny, with about 5.9 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 Nafpaktos
How often the day gets hot in Nafpaktos (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, Nafpaktos has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °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 Nafpaktos
Weather for your travel dates
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Nafpaktos 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.
Nafpaktos has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).
- 30
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.1 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 15 min
- Distance
- 2,260 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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Nafpaktos vs Patras
In October the holiday weather in Nafpaktos and Patras is about equally good (score 65 vs 62). During the day Patras is 1 °C cooler than Nafpaktos. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Nafpaktos | Patras |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 62 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Nafpaktos
When is the best time to visit Nafpaktos?
The best time to visit Nafpaktos 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 Nafpaktos?
The sea temperature in Nafpaktos ranges from 14.8 °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 Nafpaktos in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Nafpaktos?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Nafpaktos?
Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is November with 166 mm. The driest month is July with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Nafpaktos get?
Nafpaktos gets around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.5 hours a day; in December there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Nafpaktos in?
Nafpaktos is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Nafpaktos?
A nonstop flight from London to Nafpaktos takes about 3 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,260 km.
Which school holidays are best for Nafpaktos?
Nafpaktos has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 30, May half-term 80, summer holidays 89, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 12.