Destination guide
Rhodes weather by month
Go to Rhodes from June to August if your priority is dry weather, sunshine and swimming, but choose September if you prefer slightly less daytime heat with a warm sea. August has the highest average daytime temperature at 29°C, while September brings 27°C days and a sea temperature of 26°C. Spring suits travellers who prefer being active without summer heat; autumn keeps swimming appealing for longer. Winter is mild by day, but rain makes outdoor plans less dependable.
- Hottest month
- 29.2°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.2°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 27.1°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 4 h 12 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Rhodes, month by month
A little perspective
Rhodes 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 | 14.2°C | 11.3°C | 17.9°C | 5.2 | 107 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 14.3°C | 11.2°C | 16.9°C | 5.9 | 84 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 15.8°C | 12.5°C | 16.7°C | 7.1 | 53 | 7 | 0% |
| April | 18.1°C | 14.4°C | 17.3°C | 8.6 | 31 | 6 | 1% |
| May | 21.8°C | 17.9°C | 19.8°C | 10.5 | 16 | 3 | 8% |
| Junebest | 25.7°C | 21.7°C | 22.6°C | 13.4 | 2 | 0 | 57% |
| Julybest | 28.4°C | 24.3°C | 25.2°C | 14.1 | 1 | 0 | 97% |
| Augustbest | 29.2°C | 25.3°C | 27.1°C | 13.2 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| September | 26.8°C | 23.3°C | 26.2°C | 11.3 | 10 | 1 | 81% |
| October | 23.3°C | 20.0°C | 24.1°C | 8.2 | 47 | 5 | 24% |
| November | 19.2°C | 16.1°C | 21.6°C | 6.1 | 73 | 8 | 1% |
| December | 15.8°C | 13.0°C | 19.3°C | 5.1 | 113 | 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 Rhodes
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 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.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Rhodes
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:18 | 17:14 | 9.9 h | 5.2 h |
| February | 06:56 | 17:47 | 10.8 h | 5.9 h |
| March | 06:18 | 18:14 | 11.9 h | 7.1 h |
| April | 06:33 | 19:41 | 13.1 h | 8.6 h |
| May | 06:00 | 20:07 | 14.1 h | 10.5 h |
| June | 05:49 | 20:27 | 14.6 h | 13.4 h |
| July | 06:01 | 20:25 | 14.4 h | 14.1 h |
| August | 06:25 | 19:58 | 13.6 h | 13.2 h |
| September | 06:50 | 19:15 | 12.4 h | 11.3 h |
| October | 07:14 | 18:31 | 11.3 h | 8.2 h |
| November | 06:45 | 16:59 | 10.2 h | 6.1 h |
| December | 07:12 | 16:53 | 9.7 h | 5.1 h |
Resorts in Rhodes
Each resort has its own page with a 12-month table.
December to February: mild days, wetter plans
Winter suits a trip built around flexible outdoor time rather than swimming and sunbathing. December averages 16°C by day, falling to 14°C in January and February, so mild does not mean reliably warm. January and February nights average 11°C: bring layers and a jacket rather than relying on summer clothing. December and January each average 12 rain days, easing to 10 in February, making waterproofs useful throughout the season. Sunshine is more limited than in warmer months, though there is still scope to spend time outside between showers. The sea cools through winter, so this is not the best period if comfortable swimming is your main aim.
March to June: easier outdoor days, then swimming weather
March and April are better suited to walking than lingering in the water: daytime averages rise from 16°C to 18°C, but the sea stays at 17°C. Pack layers for evenings and keep a light waterproof handy, as rain remains part of the picture. May offers a useful middle ground, with 22°C days, fewer rainy days and a 20°C sea, though the water may still feel brisk. June marks the clearer shift towards a swimming holiday: days average 26°C and the sea reaches 23°C, with no rain days in the monthly average. That is not a guarantee of uninterrupted dry weather, but it makes June a strong choice for outdoor plans. Plan shade breaks around midday.
July to November: peak warmth, then a gradual cooling
July and August suit travellers who want hot days and warm evenings, but midday is better for shade than sustained activity. July averages 28°C by day; August is hotter, and its 27°C sea is the warmest of the year. Nights stay warm, so light clothing is useful after sunset. September retains much of summer's warmth with little rain, making it a good compromise for swimming without the highest daytime temperatures. October still offers 23°C days and a 24°C sea, although showers become more likely. By November, days average 19°C and rain is more frequent. The sea remains relatively warm, but cooler air and wetter weather make a swim-focused holiday less dependable.
A little more detail
Rhodes weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Rhodes?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Rhodes are July, August and June. August is the hottest month (average high 29.2°C) and January the coolest (14.2°C).
How many months a year is Rhodes over 25°C?
4 months in Rhodes average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Rhodes?
December is the wettest month in Rhodes (113 mm on average) and August the driest (0 mm). Annual rainfall averages 537 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Rhodes?
The hottest day recorded in Rhodes between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.1°C on 1 July 2017; the coldest fell to 2.3°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 Rhodes?
August has the warmest average sea temperature at 27°C. September follows at 26°C, so swimming remains appealing after peak summer. October's 24°C sea is warmer than June's 23°C, although October brings a greater chance of rain.
Will I need a jacket in the evenings?
Bring a jacket for winter and layers for spring evenings. January and February nights average 11°C, while April averages 14°C. Summer evenings are much warmer, with July and August nights averaging 24°C and 25°C, so light clothing is usually more practical.
Which months are best for avoiding rain?
June, July and August each average 0 rain days, making summer the strongest choice for weather-dependent plans. September is also mostly dry, averaging 1 rain day. These are averages rather than a promise that your stay will be completely rain-free.
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 Rhodes (Rhodes Town). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.2 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