Rhodes Town weather by month

When to go to Rhodes Town

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 (113 mm, about 12 rainy days) and August the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 27.1°C and coolest in March at 16.7°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (RHO, 13 km from Rhodes) 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 Rhodes Town between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.1°C on 1 July 2017; the coldest fell to 2.3°C on 14 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 32.1°C and about 28% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 8.1°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 2012 with 270 mm, against a December average of 113 mm.

Winter into spring: layers first, lighter clothes by May

December to February suits travellers who want mild days rather than swimming weather. January and February average 14°C by day and 11°C at night, so bring a jacket and something waterproof. December and January each average 12 rain days: leave room to shift outdoor plans around showers. March brings a modest lift to 16°C, making walking more comfortable, though evenings still call for layers. April feels more promising for time outdoors, with 9 hours of sunshine, but the sea remains at 17°C through these spring months. May is the clearer turning point: days reach 22°C and rain becomes less frequent. Light clothes work better by then, with a layer for evenings, although the 20°C sea may still feel brisk if you like a warm swim.

Summer: dry days, strong sunshine and warm nights

June offers summer warmth without the highest temperatures: days average 26°C and the sea reaches 23°C. July steps up to 28°C, with 14 hours of sunshine, while August is hottest at around 29°C and has the warmest sea at 27°C. These months suit travellers who put swimming and dependable outdoor weather first. All average 0 rain days, though that is not a promise of uninterrupted dry weather. The catch is the sustained warmth: August nights average 25°C, so do not expect much evening cooling. Plan more active time for mornings, take shade around midday and prioritise light clothing and sun protection.

Autumn: warm water lingers as rain returns

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with days averaging 27°C and the sea at 26°C. With just 1 rain day on average, it is a good fit for swimming alongside time on foot. October is a useful compromise if you prefer less heat: daytime temperatures ease to 23°C, while the sea holds at 24°C. The catch is a greater chance of wet interruptions, so pack a light waterproof. November shifts towards a more changeable holiday, with 8 rain days and daytime temperatures of 19°C. Its 22°C sea retains warmth, but cooler air makes swimming less inviting than the water temperature alone might suggest.