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Best time to visit Kalamata: month by month
Short answer
May, June and September are the best months, with highs of about 25–30°C, warm sea and fewer people on the Mani road. July and August are hot (about 34–35°C); spring is ideal for Ancient Messene and the gorges, and the city stays open all winter.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 7°C | 13 | low |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 16°C | 7°C | 12 | low |
| Apr | 20°C | 10°C | 7 | medium |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 6 | medium |
| Jun | 30°C | 19°C | 8 | medium |
| Jul | 35°C | 22°C | 1 | high |
| Aug | 34°C | 22°C | 2 | very high |
| Sep | 29°C | 18°C | 5 | medium |
| Oct | 25°C | 15°C | 5 | low |
| Nov | 20°C | 12°C | 12 | low |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 13 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 16°C in March to 25°C in May, with 6–12 rainy days; wildflowers and good walking weather.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
June is about 30°C; July and August reach about 34–35°C with almost no rain. Beach season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September (about 29°C) and October (about 25°C) are excellent for swimming; November cools to about 20°C with more rain.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild, with highs of about 15–17°C and 7–13 rainy days a month; a good season for city sights and walking.
Events worth planning around
- Anniversary of the liberation of Kalamata in 1821 (23 March)
- Greek Orthodox Easter (March, April or May)
- Kalamata International Dance Festival (summer, usually July)
When to avoid
Mid-August is the busiest and hottest time, with Greek holidaymakers filling the coast. Midday in July and August is too hot for the archaeological sites.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Kalamata?
June or September: about 29–30°C, warm sea and fewer people than August.
Is Kalamata good in winter?
Yes for sightseeing and walks: highs of about 15–17°C, and the city stays open.
When is the Kalamata market?
The open-air market near the Nedontas river runs on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, about 7:00–14:00.