Kos or Naxos?
Both are history, food and nature destinations in Europe.
| Kos | Naxos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Greece |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Warmest month | July, 31°C | July, 30°C |
| Coolest month | January, 15°C | January, 13°C |
| Known for | Asklepion, Neratzia Castle, Plane Tree of Hippocrates, Embros Thermae | Portara, Kastro, Plaka Beach, Temple of Demeter, Mount Zeus |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Kos | Naxos |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 13°C |
| Feb | 15°C | 13°C |
| Mar | 15°C | 13°C |
| Apr | 19°C | 18°C |
| May | 23°C | 23°C |
| Jun | 27°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 31°C | 30°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 30°C |
| Sep | 28°C | 26°C |
| Oct | 24°C | 22°C |
| Nov | 21°C | 19°C |
| Dec | 17°C | 15°C |
So which one?
Pick Kos if…
It suits couples particularly well.
Pick Naxos if…
It suits solo travellers particularly well.
Both are at their best in May, June, July, August, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Kos or Naxos cheaper?
Kos is mid-priced for a week, Naxos is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Kos or Naxos?
Kos peaks at 31°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.