Weather in Halkidiki in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Halkidiki and ranks 115th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Greece it is 41st of 44 (Greece in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Halkidiki is 3.1°C warmer by day and 4.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Halkidiki peaks at 11.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.0°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 6.3°C; one night in ten drops to 2.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 20.2°C (2004-02-06) and the coldest night -7.7°C (2006-02-08).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 52 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 134 mm, the driest 1995 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.5°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 12.7°C to 14.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:21 and sets about 18:01 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 55%.

Is February a good time to visit Halkidiki?

February is not the strongest month here: cool days. The best months for Halkidiki on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.

Expect coat weather, even on brighter days

The catch is that a mild afternoon is not the same as reliable warmth. The warmest 10% of days reach 15°C or more, which can make time outdoors more comfortable, but you should not pack on the assumption that every day will feel like that. At the other end, the coldest 10% of nights fall to 2.1°C or below. Bring a warm outer layer, jumpers and trousers, with something lighter underneath for milder spells. Evenings call for warmer clothing rather than just a light cover-up. This is a month for travellers who enjoy being outside without heat, not those planning to sit around in swimwear.

Keep outdoor plans flexible and skip the swimming holiday

Rain is a possibility rather than a reason to write the month off: about 8 days have measurable rain. A waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground are sensible, and it helps to leave room to move outdoor plans around. There are about 4.7 hours of sunshine within 10.5 hours of daylight, so daylight should not be confused with guaranteed sun. Use brighter spells for time outdoors, but do not build the trip around sunbathing. The sea remains cold, with February temperatures ranging from 13°C to 14°C across years. For a traveller wanting relaxed, comfortable swimming, that is a clear drawback rather than a small compromise.