Destination guide
Corfu weather by month
June, July and August are Corfu's strongest months for a warm, mostly dry holiday. Average daytime temperatures rise from 24°C in June to 28°C in August, while July averages just 2 rainy days. May suits travellers who prefer gentler warmth, and September keeps the sea warm but brings more rain. Winter is mild rather than beach weather, so choose it only if sunshine and swimming are not the main reasons for your trip.
- Hottest month
- 27.9°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 12.1°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 25.9°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 3 h 18 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Corfu, month by month
A little perspective
Corfu 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 | 12.1°C | 8.6°C | 15.4°C | 4.5 | 129 | 11 | 0% |
| February | 12.3°C | 8.6°C | 14.5°C | 4.9 | 123 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 14.0°C | 10.0°C | 14.6°C | 5.8 | 111 | 11 | 0% |
| April | 16.6°C | 12.3°C | 16.0°C | 6.5 | 76 | 10 | 1% |
| May | 20.4°C | 16.2°C | 19.3°C | 8.0 | 51 | 7 | 3% |
| Junebest | 24.5°C | 20.2°C | 22.7°C | 10.9 | 25 | 4 | 39% |
| Julybest | 27.1°C | 22.7°C | 24.7°C | 12.9 | 15 | 3 | 85% |
| Augustbest | 27.9°C | 23.5°C | 25.9°C | 11.8 | 20 | 3 | 94% |
| September | 24.4°C | 20.6°C | 24.6°C | 8.1 | 110 | 8 | 37% |
| October | 20.9°C | 17.2°C | 22.4°C | 5.8 | 141 | 10 | 3% |
| November | 17.0°C | 13.6°C | 19.9°C | 4.1 | 214 | 13 | 0% |
| December | 13.3°C | 10.1°C | 17.3°C | 3.9 | 191 | 14 | 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 Corfu
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. November is the wettest month (214 mm, about 13 rainy days) and July the driest (15 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.9°C and coolest in February at 14.5°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (CFU, 3 km from Corfu) takes roughly 3 h 18 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 Corfu between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.4°C on 13 July 2017; the coldest fell to -2.1°C on 13 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 30.8°C and about 16% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 5.4°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2019 with 638 mm, against a November average of 214 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Corfu
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:00 | 17:39 | 9.7 h | 4.5 h |
| February | 07:34 | 18:15 | 10.7 h | 4.9 h |
| March | 06:52 | 18:47 | 11.9 h | 5.8 h |
| April | 07:03 | 20:18 | 13.3 h | 6.5 h |
| May | 06:26 | 20:47 | 14.4 h | 8.0 h |
| June | 06:12 | 21:10 | 15.0 h | 10.9 h |
| July | 06:25 | 21:07 | 14.7 h | 12.9 h |
| August | 06:53 | 20:37 | 13.7 h | 11.8 h |
| September | 07:22 | 19:50 | 12.5 h | 8.1 h |
| October | 07:50 | 19:02 | 11.2 h | 5.8 h |
| November | 07:25 | 17:25 | 10.0 h | 4.1 h |
| December | 07:54 | 17:17 | 9.4 h | 3.9 h |
Resorts in Corfu
Each resort has its own page with a 12-month table.
Spring: comfortable days, but swimming comes later
March is still cool, with daytime averages of 14°C and 11 rainy days, so pack layers and a waterproof rather than relying on sunshine. April improves to 17°C, making time outdoors more comfortable, though rain remains a regular possibility. The sea averages only 16°C then, which is chilly for relaxed swimming. May is the better spring compromise: days reach 20°C, evenings average 16°C and rain becomes less frequent. Its 8 hours of daily sunshine give outdoor plans more scope, but the 19°C sea still feels fresh. Choose May for mild weather rather than a holiday centred entirely on swimming.
Summer into September: the best stretch for swimming
June offers a useful balance of warmth and relatively little rain, with days averaging 24°C and the sea reaching 23°C. July is the driest month and has the most sunshine, averaging 13 hours daily, so plan shade breaks around midday. August is hottest, with daytime averages of 28°C and nights of 24°C; light clothing and somewhere comfortable to sleep matter more than warm layers. The sea also reaches its warmest monthly average at 26°C. September eases back to 24°C by day while the water stays at 25°C, making it a strong swimming option. The catch is rain: September averages 8 rainy days, compared with 2 in July, so keep outdoor plans flexible.
Autumn and winter: lingering warmth, then wetter weather
October still offers warmth, averaging 21°C by day with a 22°C sea, but 10 rainy days make it less dependable for a beach-focused trip. November drops to 17°C and is the wettest month, so a waterproof and flexible plans become essential. December cools further to 13°C, with 14 rainy days and limited sunshine. January and February both average 12°C by day and 9°C at night: mild enough for time outside in suitable layers, but not reliably warm. February's sea is down to 14°C, so casual swimming is unlikely to appeal. This part of the year suits travellers content to work around showers, rather than those wanting long, warm days outdoors.
A little more detail
Corfu weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Corfu?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Corfu are July, August and June. August is the hottest month (average high 27.9°C) and January the coolest (12.1°C).
How many months a year is Corfu over 25°C?
2 months in Corfu average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Corfu?
November is the wettest month in Corfu (214 mm on average) and July the driest (15 mm). Annual rainfall averages 1206 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Corfu?
The hottest day recorded in Corfu between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.4°C on 13 July 2017; the coldest fell to -2.1°C on 13 February 2004. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
Is June or September better for a Corfu holiday?
Both average 24°C by day. June is the better choice for drier, sunnier weather, with 4 rainy days and 11 hours of sunshine. September has warmer water at 25°C, but its 8 rainy days mean a greater chance of disrupted outdoor plans.
When is the sea warmest in Corfu?
August has the warmest sea, averaging 26°C. July and September are close behind at 25°C, so September remains a good choice if swimming matters more than the driest weather. October's 22°C water retains some warmth, though rain is more frequent.
Will I need warm clothes in the evenings?
Pack layers for spring, autumn and winter. April nights average 12°C and October nights 17°C, so a jumper or light jacket is sensible. July and August are much warmer after dark, with night-time averages of 23°C and 24°C respectively.
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 Corfu (Corfu Town). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 0.4 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