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Best time to visit Kythira: month by month
Short answer
May, June and September are best, with highs of about 22–27°C, warm sea and green gorges in spring. July and August are the hottest (about 31–32°C) and busy with Greek visitors, though the island is large enough to stay calm. Many hotels close from November to April.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 11°C | 12 | low |
| Feb | 14°C | 10°C | 5 | low |
| Mar | 14°C | 10°C | 9 | low |
| Apr | 18°C | 13°C | 5 | low |
| May | 22°C | 16°C | 5 | low |
| Jun | 27°C | 21°C | 2 | medium |
| Jul | 32°C | 24°C | 1 | high |
| Aug | 31°C | 24°C | 2 | very high |
| Sep | 27°C | 21°C | 4 | medium |
| Oct | 23°C | 18°C | 4 | low |
| Nov | 20°C | 16°C | 10 | low |
| Dec | 16°C | 13°C | 10 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of 14–22°C and about 5–9 rainy days; waterfalls and gorges are green, but the sea is cool until late May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of 27–32°C, lows of 21–24°C and almost no rain; the busiest time.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is 27°C and October 23°C with about 4 rainy days; November turns wetter.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild at 14–16°C with 5–12 rainy days; many hotels and tavernas close.
Events worth planning around
- Greek Orthodox Easter (March, April or May).
- Feast of the Assumption with village celebrations (15 August).
When to avoid
Mid-August is the busiest and most expensive time, with ferries and cars booked up. From November to April many places close.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Kythira?
June or September: warm, dry and calmer than August.
Is Kythira good in spring?
Yes for walking: gorges and waterfalls are green, though the sea is still cool.
Is Kythira open in winter?
Partly. Many hotels close from November to April.