Destination guide
Lindos weather by month
June and September offer a useful balance in Lindos: both average 28°C by day, with warm evenings and little rain. July and August suit travellers who want hotter weather, reaching around 31°C, though midday activity needs more care. May and October are better choices if you prefer warmth without peak summer heat. Winter suits a mild-weather break rather than a beach holiday, with cooler evenings and more frequent rain to plan around.
- Hottest month
- 31.3°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.3°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 27.5°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 4 h 12 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Lindos, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Lindos the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Lindos 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 | 14.3°C | 10.8°C | 17.7°C | 5.2 | 114 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 14.5°C | 10.6°C | 16.8°C | 5.9 | 89 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 16.3°C | 11.7°C | 16.6°C | 7.1 | 57 | 7 | 0% |
| April | 19.1°C | 13.6°C | 17.3°C | 8.6 | 32 | 5 | 2% |
| May | 23.5°C | 17.2°C | 19.9°C | 10.5 | 18 | 3 | 28% |
| Junebest | 28.1°C | 21.1°C | 23.0°C | 13.3 | 2 | 1 | 87% |
| Julybest | 30.8°C | 23.8°C | 25.8°C | 14.0 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Augustbest | 31.3°C | 24.6°C | 27.5°C | 13.2 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| September | 28.3°C | 22.5°C | 26.3°C | 11.3 | 10 | 1 | 91% |
| October | 24.3°C | 19.2°C | 24.1°C | 8.2 | 48 | 5 | 42% |
| November | 19.6°C | 15.4°C | 21.4°C | 6.1 | 78 | 8 | 2% |
| December | 15.9°C | 12.4°C | 19.0°C | 5.1 | 118 | 12 | 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 Lindos
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. December is the wettest month (118 mm, about 12 rainy days) and August the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 27.5°C and coolest in March at 16.6°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (RHO, 35 km from Líndos) takes roughly 4 h 12 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 Lindos between 1991 and 2020 reached 41.0°C on 30 June 2017; the coldest fell to 2.4°C on 14 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 34.4°C and about 69% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 7.7°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 2012 with 270 mm, against a December average of 118 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Lindos
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:18 | 17:15 | 10.0 h | 5.2 h |
| February | 06:56 | 17:48 | 10.9 h | 5.9 h |
| March | 06:18 | 18:15 | 11.9 h | 7.1 h |
| April | 06:34 | 19:41 | 13.1 h | 8.6 h |
| May | 06:02 | 20:06 | 14.1 h | 10.5 h |
| June | 05:50 | 20:26 | 14.6 h | 13.3 h |
| July | 06:02 | 20:25 | 14.4 h | 14.0 h |
| August | 06:26 | 19:58 | 13.5 h | 13.2 h |
| September | 06:50 | 19:16 | 12.4 h | 11.3 h |
| October | 07:15 | 18:32 | 11.3 h | 8.2 h |
| November | 06:44 | 17:00 | 10.3 h | 6.1 h |
| December | 07:11 | 16:54 | 9.7 h | 5.1 h |
Spring: comfortable days, but the sea warms slowly
March is still more suited to spending time outdoors in layers than settling into a swimming holiday. Days average 16°C, nights remain cool and rain can interrupt plans. April brings warmer afternoons at 19°C and more sunshine, making it a reasonable choice for travellers who dislike heat. The catch is the sea: it stays at 17°C through both months, so mild air does not mean comfortable swimming. May feels much closer to summer, with daytime averages of 24°C and just 3 rain days. Its 20°C sea may still feel brisk, but the balance favours outdoor days. Keep a light layer handy for evenings.
Summer into September: heat, dry days and warmer swimming
June offers summer warmth before the hottest conditions arrive, with 28°C days, a 23°C sea and long sunny spells. July and August average 31°C by day, so leave energetic plans for mornings and take shade at midday. Nights stay warm too, particularly in August at 25°C; accommodation with cooling is a sensible priority if heat affects your sleep. These summer months average no rain days, though that is not a guarantee of dry weather throughout your stay. September eases back to 28°C while the sea remains at 26°C. It is a strong choice for swimming without the same daytime heat, with only 1 rain day on average.
Autumn and winter: lingering warmth, then a wetter outlook
October keeps much of the warmth, with both daytime air and sea averaging 24°C. It suits travellers who want gentler heat and still hope to swim, provided they allow for showers. November remains mild at 20°C by day, but 8 rain days make flexible plans more useful than a fixed beach routine. December turns cooler and wetter, with 16°C days and 12 rain days. January and February both average 14°C by day and 11°C at night, so pack layers and a waterproof rather than relying on summer clothing. Winter is the weaker choice for dependable outdoor weather, but can suit travellers who prioritise avoiding heat over swimming.
A little more detail
Lindos weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Lindos?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Lindos are July, August and June. August is the hottest month (average high 31.3°C) and January the coolest (14.3°C).
How many months a year is Lindos over 25°C?
4 months in Lindos average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Lindos?
December is the wettest month in Lindos (118 mm on average) and August the driest (0 mm). Annual rainfall averages 567 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Lindos?
The hottest day recorded in Lindos between 1991 and 2020 reached 41.0°C on 30 June 2017; the coldest fell to 2.4°C on 14 February 2004. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Lindos?
August has the warmest average sea temperature at 28°C. July and September both average 26°C, making September a useful alternative if you want warm water with less daytime heat. October still offers a 24°C sea, although rain becomes more frequent.
Will I need a jacket in the evenings?
Pack an evening layer for spring, autumn and winter. May nights average 17°C, while November falls to 15°C. Summer evenings are much warmer: June averages 21°C at night and August 25°C, so lightweight clothing is generally more useful then.
Which month has the most sunshine?
July has the most sunshine, averaging 14 hours daily. June and August are close behind at 13 hours. That gives plenty of scope for outdoor plans, but the summer heat makes shade breaks and avoiding strenuous activity at midday sensible.
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 Líndos. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2 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