AI-generatedPsara at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,850 h
- Rain a year
- 439 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Psara
Psara has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,850 hours of sunshine a year, Psara is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Psara
The best time to visit Psara 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 December. The wettest month is December with 94 mm of precipitation.
Psara through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Psara in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 16–21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Psara in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Psara in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Psara in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–16 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
07:2518:41
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 07:09–08:01 · evening 18:05–18:58
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:59–07:09 · evening 18:58–19:08
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 Psara compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 23° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 16° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Psara in October?
In October, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Psara.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min07:25 – 18:41
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 32 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 31 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %52 %
- Seaweight 25 %54 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %70 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Psara
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Psara: score 98 against 66. In August, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in August. August has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 23° |
| Sea | 20.8° | 23.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.2 h | 11.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 31 mm | 1 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 29 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Psara month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January14° · Sea 16° · 3.8 h
In January, Psara is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 85 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in January20February15° · Sea 16° · 4.9 h
In February, Psara is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 70 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in February27March16° · Sea 16° · 6.5 h
In March, Psara is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in March37April18° · Sea 16° · 8.3 h
In April, Psara is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in April55May21° · Sea 18° · 9.9 h
In May, Psara is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 9 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in May86June24° · Sea 21° · 11.6 h
In June, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in June96July26° · Sea 23° · 12.2 h
In July, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in July98August26° · Sea 23° · 11.3 h
In August, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in August93September25° · Sea 23° · 9.3 h
In September, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in September66October22° · Sea 21° · 7.2 h
In October, Psara is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in October28November19° · Sea 19° · 5.0 h
In November, Psara is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 56 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara in November13December16° · Sea 17° · 3.4 h
In December, Psara is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 94 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Psara.
Psara 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 Psara
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 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (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 in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 97 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 | 12 | 14° | 10° | 16.4° | 3.8 h | 12 | 85 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 15° | 10° | 15.8° | 4.9 h | 9 | 70 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 16° | 12° | 15.7° | 6.5 h | 7 | 49 |
| AprilApr | 37 | 18° | 14° | 16.3° | 8.3 h | 5 | 28 |
| MayMay | 55 | 21° | 17° | 18.4° | 9.9 h | 2 | 9 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 24° | 21° | 21.3° | 11.6 h | 1 | 3 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 26° | 23° | 22.8° | 12.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 98 | 26° | 23° | 23.4° | 11.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 25° | 20° | 22.6° | 9.3 h | 2 | 12 |
| OctoberOct | 66 | 22° | 17° | 20.8° | 7.2 h | 4 | 31 |
| NovemberNov | 28 | 19° | 14° | 18.6° | 5.0 h | 7 | 56 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 16° | 11° | 17.3° | 3.4 h | 10 | 94 |
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 Psara
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.7 – 21.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Psara ranges from 15.7 °C in March to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
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 22.5 and 24.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.4° | 15.3° | 17.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.8° | 15.0° | 16.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.7° | 15.1° | 16.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.3° | 15.5° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.7° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.3° | 20.5° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 22.8° | 21.7° | 23.8° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.4° | 22.5° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.6° | 21.4° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.8° | 19.7° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.6° | 17.4° | 19.5° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.3° | 16.5° | 18.1° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Psara
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 7.2 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Psara, 64 % 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 Psara: 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, Psara has about 4 rainy days with 31 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Psara
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 Psara
How breezy and how cloudy Psara 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 Psara typically peaks at 32 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh 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, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 31 % of the sky over Psara: mostly sunny, with about 7.2 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 Psara
How often the day gets hot in Psara (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, Psara has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Psara
Weather for your travel dates
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Psara 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.
Psara has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13).
- 34
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 61
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 66
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 3.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 30 min
- Distance
- 2,480 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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Psara vs Chios
In October Chios has the better holiday weather (score 76 vs 66). During the day Chios is 2 °C warmer than Psara. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Psara | Chios |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 24° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Psara
When is the best time to visit Psara?
The best time to visit Psara 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 Psara?
The sea temperature in Psara ranges from 15.7 °C in March to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Psara in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Psara?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Psara?
The wettest month is December with 94 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Psara get?
Psara gets around 2,850 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.2 hours a day; in December there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Psara in?
Psara is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Psara?
A nonstop flight from London to Psara takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,480 km.
Which school holidays are best for Psara?
Psara has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 34, May half-term 61, summer holidays 97, October half-term 66, Christmas holidays 13.