Weather in Skiathos in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Skiathos and ranks 109th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Greece it is 35th of 44 (Greece in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Skiathos is 4.2°C warmer by day and 7.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Skiathos peaks at 12.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.0°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 9.7°C; one night in ten drops to 6.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 18.7°C (2010-02-20) and the coldest night 0.4°C (2004-02-13).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 78 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2012 with 166 mm, the driest 1995 with 7 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.1°C to 14.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.3°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:19 and sets about 18:02 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 55%.

Is February a good time to visit Skiathos?

February is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Skiathos on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Milder than home, but still a cool-weather trip

Skiathos offers a modest lift in temperature compared with a UK February, not a switch to summer. Average nights are around 10°C, so you will want a jacket for evenings as well as layers during the day. The warmer days reach 15°C or more, but these are the exception rather than the temperature to plan around. At the colder end, nights can fall to 6°C or below. Pack trousers, jumpers and a jacket rather than relying on beach clothes. This month suits travellers comfortable with cool outdoor time; it is a poor fit if warmth is the main reason for going.

Leave room for rain and make use of brighter spells

Rain is a meaningful part of the February trade-off, with about 10 days wet enough to affect outdoor plans. A waterproof outer layer and shoes that cope with wet ground are sensible packing choices. Keep your schedule flexible so you can head out during brighter spells rather than committing every day to long periods outside. There are about 4.8 hours of sunshine within 10.5 hours of daylight, so February is not all gloom, but daylight should not be mistaken for guaranteed sun. The best approach is to treat sunshine as an opportunity for a walk or a break outdoors, not a promise of sunbathing weather.