AI-generatedRafina at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 36°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,610 h
- Rain a year
- 440 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Rafina
Rafina has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 36 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year, Rafina is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Rafina
The best time to visit Rafina is from September to October. 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 April and from October to December. From June to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 36 °C. The wettest month is December with 66 mm of precipitation.
Rafina through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Rafina in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 18–29 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Rafina in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 33–36 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Rafina in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–30 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Rafina in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 3.6 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Apr, Oct – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jun – 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: September – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
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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 07:15–08:07 · evening 18:12–19:04
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:05–07:15 · 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 Rafina compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 12° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Rafina in October?
In October, Rafina is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Rafina.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:31 – 18:48
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 39 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %70 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- 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
- Light, breathable clothes
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Rafina
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 Rafina: score 98 against 84. In September, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 18° |
| Sea | 21.9° | 24.3° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 8.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Rainfall | 30 mm | 25 mm |
| Muggy days | 1better | 2 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Rafina month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January14° · Sea 15° · 3.3 h
In January, Rafina is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in January19February15° · Sea 15° · 4.4 h
In February, Rafina is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 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 Rafina.
Rafina in February24March18° · Sea 15° · 5.9 h
In March, Rafina is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in March55April23° · Sea 16° · 7.8 h
In April, Rafina is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in April77May29° · Sea 18° · 9.0 h
In May, Rafina is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in May82June33° · Sea 22° · 10.9 h
In June, Rafina is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in June77July36° · Sea 25° · 11.6 h
In July, Rafina is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.6 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 a good month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in July81August35° · Sea 25° · 10.6 h
In August, Rafina is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in August98September30° · Sea 24° · 8.5 h
In September, Rafina is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 25 mm in total. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in September84October25° · Sea 22° · 6.4 h
In October, Rafina is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in October32November20° · Sea 19° · 4.1 h
In November, Rafina is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina in November13December15° · Sea 17° · 3.0 h
In December, Rafina is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rafina.
Rafina 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 Rafina
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 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (5°), the warmest in July (22°). 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) from May to 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 | 15 | 14° | 5° | 14.9° | 3.3 h | 8 | 57 |
| FebruaryFeb | 19 | 15° | 5° | 14.5° | 4.4 h | 8 | 53 |
| MarchMar | 24 | 18° | 7° | 14.8° | 5.9 h | 8 | 58 |
| AprilApr | 55 | 23° | 10° | 15.5° | 7.8 h | 6 | 36 |
| MayMay | 77 | 29° | 15° | 18.0° | 9.0 h | 5 | 27 |
| JuneJun | 82 | 33° | 19° | 21.8° | 10.9 h | 3 | 19 |
| JulyJul | 77 | 36° | 22° | 24.7° | 11.6 h | 2 | 11 |
| AugustAug | 81 | 35° | 22° | 25.4° | 10.6 h | 2 | 11 |
| SeptemberSep | 98 | 30° | 18° | 24.3° | 8.5 h | 4 | 25 |
| OctoberOct | 84 | 25° | 14° | 21.9° | 6.4 h | 4 | 30 |
| NovemberNov | 32 | 20° | 10° | 19.1° | 4.1 h | 7 | 49 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 15° | 7° | 16.6° | 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
Sea temperature in Rafina
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.6 – 22.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Rafina ranges from 14.5 °C in February to 25.4 °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 January 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 26.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.9° | 14.1° | 15.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.5° | 13.7° | 15.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.8° | 14.1° | 15.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.5° | 14.8° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.0° | 17.1° | 18.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 21.1° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.7° | 23.9° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.4° | 24.4° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.3° | 23.3° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.9° | 20.6° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.1° | 18.0° | 20.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.6° | 15.7° | 17.6° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Rafina
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 6.4 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Rafina, 57 % 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 Rafina: 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, Rafina has about 4 rainy days with 30 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Rafina
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Rafina
How breezy and how cloudy Rafina 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 Rafina typically peaks at 16 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 39 % of the sky over Rafina: mostly sunny, with about 6.4 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 Rafina
How often the day gets hot in Rafina (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, Rafina has about 3 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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 Rafina
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Rafina 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.
Rafina has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14).
- 46
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
- 80
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 84
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 14
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °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
- 2,420 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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Rafina vs Marathon
In October the holiday weather in Rafina and Marathon is about equally good (score 84 vs 83). During the day it is about as warm in Marathon as in Rafina. The sea is about equally warm. Marathon gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Rafina | Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 83 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | Sep – Oct | Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Rafina
When is the best time to visit Rafina?
The best time to visit Rafina is from September to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Rafina?
The sea temperature in Rafina ranges from 14.5 °C in February to 25.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Rafina in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Rafina?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Rafina?
The wettest month is December with 66 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 11 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Rafina get?
Rafina gets around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.6 hours a day; in December there are 3.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Rafina in?
Rafina is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Rafina?
A nonstop flight from London to Rafina takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,420 km.
Which school holidays are best for Rafina?
Rafina has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 46, May half-term 78, summer holidays 80, October half-term 84, Christmas holidays 14.