Destination guide
Afitos weather by month
June to August is the best time to visit Afitos for warm-weather holidays, with September a good alternative if you prefer less heat. June averages 25°C by day, while August is hottest at 28°C. September eases back to 24°C without losing the warmth in the sea. Spring suits travellers who prefer being outdoors without summer heat, but swimming is cooler. Winter is better for a change of scene than a beach holiday.
The climate here is within a degree of Halkidiki, so if you are choosing between the two, the weather will not decide it for you.
- Hottest month
- 27.7°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 10.2°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 26.7°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 3 h 30 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Afitos, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Afitos the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Afitos through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.2°C | 6.7°C | 14.1°C | 4.2 | 56 | 8 | 0% |
| February | 10.9°C | 7.2°C | 13.5°C | 4.7 | 52 | 8 | 0% |
| March | 12.8°C | 8.9°C | 13.5°C | 5.8 | 58 | 9 | 0% |
| April | 15.7°C | 11.8°C | 14.6°C | 6.9 | 45 | 7 | 0% |
| May | 20.3°C | 16.2°C | 18.6°C | 8.3 | 48 | 7 | 3% |
| Junebest | 24.9°C | 20.8°C | 23.2°C | 10.7 | 28 | 5 | 46% |
| Julybest | 27.3°C | 23.4°C | 25.9°C | 12.0 | 36 | 5 | 92% |
| Augustbest | 27.7°C | 23.8°C | 26.7°C | 11.3 | 31 | 4 | 93% |
| September | 24.0°C | 20.2°C | 24.5°C | 8.3 | 47 | 6 | 33% |
| October | 19.7°C | 16.1°C | 21.3°C | 5.4 | 56 | 8 | 2% |
| November | 15.4°C | 12.1°C | 18.0°C | 4.0 | 57 | 8 | 0% |
| December | 11.6°C | 8.3°C | 15.5°C | 3.7 | 80 | 9 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Afitos
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. December is the wettest month (80 mm, about 9 rainy days) and June the driest (28 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.7°C and coolest in February at 13.5°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG, 61 km from Áfytos) takes roughly 3 h 30 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Athens.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Afitos between 1991 and 2020 reached 36.6°C on 30 June 2017; the coldest fell to -3.7°C on 8 January 2017. In August one day in ten tops 29.9°C and about 10% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 2.8°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 2002 with 239 mm, against a December average of 80 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Afitos
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:47 | 17:24 | 9.6 h | 4.2 h |
| February | 07:20 | 18:00 | 10.7 h | 4.7 h |
| March | 06:38 | 18:33 | 11.9 h | 5.8 h |
| April | 06:48 | 20:04 | 13.3 h | 6.9 h |
| May | 06:11 | 20:35 | 14.4 h | 8.3 h |
| June | 05:57 | 20:57 | 15.0 h | 10.7 h |
| July | 06:10 | 20:55 | 14.7 h | 12.0 h |
| August | 06:38 | 20:24 | 13.8 h | 11.3 h |
| September | 07:07 | 19:36 | 12.5 h | 8.3 h |
| October | 07:37 | 18:47 | 11.2 h | 5.4 h |
| November | 07:12 | 17:10 | 10.0 h | 4.0 h |
| December | 07:41 | 17:02 | 9.3 h | 3.7 h |
Summer: warm seas and the most sunshine
June brings daytime averages of 25°C and a sea temperature of 23°C, making it a good choice for swimming without the strongest summer heat. It is also the driest month by rainfall amount, though showers remain possible. July has the most sunshine, averaging 12 hours a day, with the sea warming to 26°C. August is hotter again, with daytime averages of 28°C and the warmest sea at 27°C. Choose these months if swimming is your priority. Keep exposed walks for the cooler parts of the day, make room for shade at midday, and pack light clothing: even nights stay warm.
Spring and autumn: similar air temperatures, different swimming conditions
March is still cool at 13°C by day, so bring layers and a rain jacket rather than relying on beach weather. April rises to 16°C, pleasant for walking when the sun is out, but the sea remains cold. May reaches 20°C with 8 hours of sunshine, making outdoor days more comfortable, though the 19°C sea may feel brisk. September offers a warmer balance: both air and sea average 24°C, so it suits travellers who want to swim with less heat than August. October matches May's daytime warmth but has a warmer sea at 21°C; the catch is less sunshine and more rain days. November drops to 15°C, shifting the emphasis towards layered clothing and plans that can change with the weather.
Winter: cool days and limited beach weather
December, January and February suit travellers who do not need warmth or regular swimming. December averages 12°C by day and is the wettest month, so waterproof clothing is more useful than beach kit. January is the coolest month, with daytime temperatures around 10°C and nights averaging 7°C. February edges up to 11°C, but evenings remain just as cool. Sunshine is limited throughout winter, so use brighter spells for time outdoors and keep plans flexible. Pack a warm layer for evenings as well as something rainproof. The sea is cold, making this a poor season for a holiday centred on swimming.
A little more detail
Afitos weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Afitos?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Afitos are August, June and July. August is the hottest month (average high 27.7°C) and January the coolest (10.2°C).
How many months a year is Afitos over 25°C?
2 months in Afitos average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 5 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Afitos?
December is the wettest month in Afitos (80 mm on average) and June the driest (28 mm). Annual rainfall averages 594 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Afitos?
The hottest day recorded in Afitos between 1991 and 2020 reached 36.6°C on 30 June 2017; the coldest fell to -3.7°C on 8 January 2017. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Afitos?
August has the warmest sea, averaging 27°C, followed by July at 26°C. September remains a good swimming option at 24°C. For an earlier holiday, June's 23°C sea is noticeably warmer than May's 19°C.
Will I need a jacket in the evenings?
Bring a jacket for winter and the cooler spring and autumn months. May and October nights average 16°C, so a light layer is sensible. June to August evenings are warmer, with average night temperatures from 21°C to 24°C.
See also: Greece weather by month · where else is hot in August
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Áfytos. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.9 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C