Pefkos weather by month

When to go to Pefkos

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: May, June, July, August, September. December is the wettest month (61 mm, about 8 rainy days) and August the driest (5 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.4°C and coolest in February at 13.9°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH, 19 km from Péfki) takes roughly 3 h 42 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 Pefkos between 1991 and 2020 reached 43.4°C on 26 June 2007; the coldest fell to -9.9°C on 20 December 2001. In July one day in ten tops 36.2°C and about 75% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 0.0°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was March 1998 with 201 mm, against a March average of 51 mm.

Winter and spring: warmer days arrive before warmer seas

December to February suit travellers who prefer cool weather and do not need a swimming holiday. December has the most rain days, so bring a waterproof and leave outdoor plans flexible. January averages 11°C by day; February edges up to 12°C, but both have nights around 4°C. March reaches 15°C, making daytime outings more comfortable, though evenings still need warm layers. April is a clearer shift towards holiday warmth at 20°C, with a catch: the sea averages just 15°C. May is the better spring compromise, with days at 25°C and fewer rainy days than April. Its 18°C sea may still feel brisk, so favour it for outdoor days rather than long swims. Keep a light jacket handy after sunset, even as daytime clothing gets lighter.

Summer: reliable warmth, with midday heat to manage

June offers a useful balance if you want summer heat without the highest daytime averages. Days reach 30°C, the sea averages 22°C and rain is uncommon, making it a good fit for swimming and outdoor plans. July and August both average 32°C by day and 21°C at night, so do not expect evenings to provide much cooling. Plan more active outings for the morning or later afternoon, and keep shade and water within reach at midday. July has the most sunshine hours, while August has the fewest rain days. Both have sea temperatures of 25°C, making them better choices than spring if cold water puts you off swimming.

Autumn: September keeps the warmth, October softens the heat

September is a strong choice if you want warm swimming water without the peak summer heat. Its 28°C days and 24°C sea favour time by the water, while nights at 17°C offer more relief than August. October is gentler at 23°C by day, and the sea holds at 22°C, so swimming remains a reasonable part of the plan. The catch is more frequent rain and fewer sunshine hours; pack a light layer and allow room to rearrange outdoor days. November marks a clearer change, with daytime averages of 17°C and cooler evenings. The sea still averages 19°C, but this is better treated as a mild-weather break than a dependable swimming holiday.