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Corfu or Naxos?
Both are beaches, history and culture destinations in Europe. Corfu adds romance. Naxos adds food and nature.
| Corfu | Naxos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Greece |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | high | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Warmest month | July, 32°C | July, 30°C |
| Coolest month | January, 13°C | January, 13°C |
| Known for | UNESCO Old Town, Venetian fortresses, Paleokastritsa bay, Achilleion palace, kumquat liqueur | Portara, Kastro, Plaka Beach, Temple of Demeter, Mount Zeus |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Corfu | Naxos |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 13°C |
| Feb | 13°C | 13°C |
| Mar | 14°C | 13°C |
| Apr | 17°C | 18°C |
| May | 22°C | 23°C |
| Jun | 28°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 32°C | 30°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 30°C |
| Sep | 26°C | 26°C |
| Oct | 22°C | 22°C |
| Nov | 18°C | 19°C |
| Dec | 15°C | 15°C |
So which one?
Pick Corfu if…
you want romance. It suits couples, honeymooners and older travellers particularly well.
Pick Naxos if…
you want food and nature. It suits solo travellers, groups of friends and first-timers particularly well.
Both are at their best in May, June, July, August, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Corfu or Naxos cheaper?
Corfu is mid-priced for a week, Naxos is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Corfu or Naxos?
Corfu peaks at 32°C in July; Naxos peaks at 30°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.