Weather in Rhodes in October

How October compares

October is the 5th warmest month of the year in Rhodes and ranks 72nd of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Within Greece it is 14th of 44 (Greece in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Rhodes is 8.7°C warmer by day and 11.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Rhodes peaks at 23.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 26.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 4 days top 25°C and 1 in 200 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.0°C; one night in ten drops to 17.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 33.3°C (2020-10-07) and the coldest night 11.8°C (2003-10-29).

Rain in October

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 47 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 1994 with 167 mm, the driest 1992 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 70%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 24.1°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 23.0°C to 25.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (27.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:14 and sets about 18:31 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 25%.

Is October a good time to visit Rhodes?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Rhodes on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm days, but not dependable heat

Expect weather that feels warm rather than consistently hot. Around 24% of days reach 25°C, so you may get spells that suit lounging in the sun, but that should not be the assumption for every day. Light clothing is a sensible starting point, with a light layer for evenings. Average night lows are around 20°C, although the coolest nights fall to about 17°C or below. If strong heat tends to make daytime exploring uncomfortable, October is a reasonable compromise. You can plan time outdoors without making extreme heat the focus of your preparations, while still taking shade breaks when the sun feels strong.

The sea is a good reason to go

The sea averages 24°C, making swimming a realistic part of an October holiday rather than something reserved for travellers who enjoy cold water. Its year-to-year range of 23°C to 25°C also supports choosing this month if sea warmth matters more to you than very hot air. There are about 8.2 hours of sunshine within 11 hours of daylight, giving you room to combine swimming with other outdoor plans. Use the sunnier periods for time by the water and keep something dry to put on afterwards. Warm sea temperatures do not guarantee calm conditions, so judge swimming conditions on the day.

Leave room for rain

October is not a reliably dry choice: expect about 5 rainy days, with 47 mm of rain across the month on average. That is enough to justify a light waterproof and plans you can rearrange, but not a reason to assume the holiday will be dominated by wet weather. The monthly figures cannot tell you which days will be affected or how long any shower will last. Keep your most weather-dependent plans flexible rather than fixing every outdoor activity in advance. For a traveller happy to work around some rain, the combination of mild evenings, warm water and regular sunshine remains appealing.