Paxos weather by month

When to go to Paxos

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 (221 mm, about 13 rainy days) and July the driest (7 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.8°C and coolest in February at 14.9°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (CFU, 51 km from Gáïos) 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 Paxos between 1991 and 2020 reached 32.7°C on 7 August 2012; the coldest fell to -0.9°C on 13 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 28.2°C and about 0% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 6.3°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2019 with 562 mm, against a November average of 221 mm.

Winter and spring: cool days, then a gradual warm-up

December to February suits a visit built around dry spells rather than dependable sunshine. January and February average 12°C by day and 10°C at night, so bring layers and a waterproof jacket. December has frequent rain too, making sheltered downtime part of a sensible plan. March brings a modest improvement, but its 14°C days still call for a jacket. April feels milder at 16°C, with fewer rainy days, though the sea remains cool. May is the clearer turning point: daytime averages reach 20°C and rain eases to 5 days. That makes it a useful choice for spending time outdoors without summer warmth, but pack something for evenings and do not expect the sea to feel as welcoming as it does later in summer.

Summer: the most reliable weather for a sea-focused stay

June offers a useful balance of warmth and relatively dry weather, with 23°C days and a 22°C sea. It suits travellers who want to swim but prefer gentler daytime temperatures than midsummer. July is the driest month, averaging just 1 rainy day, and has the most sunshine at 13 hours a day. Plan shade breaks around midday rather than treating the moderate-looking averages as a reason to skip sun protection. August brings the warmest sea at 26°C, while nights average 24°C, so light clothing is useful well into the evening. Choose July for the strongest chance of dry plans, or August if warm water matters most.

Autumn: warm water, but a growing risk of rain

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with average days of 24°C and a sea temperature of 25°C. The catch is rain: 7 rainy days make it less dependable than the summer months, so leave room to rearrange outdoor plans. October still offers mild days at 21°C and a 22°C sea, making swimming a reasonable option if those water temperatures suit you. A light layer and waterproof become more useful than an entirely summer wardrobe. By November, daytime temperatures fall to 17°C and rain is much more prominent. It is the wettest month, so choose it for a flexible, cooler-weather stay rather than reliable days beside the sea.