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Best time to visit Mani: month by month
Short answer
May, June, September and October are the best months: highs of about 22–27°C, few rain days and a warm sea from June. July and August are hot (about 30–31°C on average, with heatwaves higher) and busy in Stoupa and Limeni. Winter is cool and quiet, with good walking on clear days but many places closed.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 9°C | 13 | low |
| Feb | 13°C | 8°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 13°C | 9°C | 11 | low |
| Apr | 17°C | 12°C | 6 | medium |
| May | 22°C | 16°C | 5 | medium |
| Jun | 27°C | 20°C | 3 | medium |
| Jul | 31°C | 24°C | 1 | high |
| Aug | 30°C | 23°C | 2 | very high |
| Sep | 26°C | 20°C | 5 | medium |
| Oct | 22°C | 17°C | 5 | low |
| Nov | 19°C | 14°C | 11 | low |
| Dec | 15°C | 11°C | 12 | 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 13°C in March to 22°C in May, with rain days falling from about 11 to 5; green hills, wildflowers and ideal walking.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Average highs of 27–31°C and lows of 20–24°C, with 1–3 rain days a month; warm sea and busy beaches, too hot for midday walks.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs fall from about 26°C in September to 19°C in November; the sea stays warm into October, and rain days rise to about 11 by November.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 13–15°C and lows of 8–11°C, with 7–13 rain days a month; snow on the Taygetos peaks, quiet villages and many guesthouses closed.
Events worth planning around
- Orthodox Easter (usually April or early May) — church services and village celebrations
- Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin — 15 August, the busiest days of summer
When to avoid
Avoid the weeks around 15 August if you want quiet beaches and lower prices, and avoid long walks in July–August heat. In winter many guesthouses and tavernas close.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit the Mani?
May–June and September–October, with highs of about 22–27°C, good walking and a warm sea.
Is the Mani too hot in summer?
July and August average about 30–31°C and can reach the high 30s. Walk early and spend the afternoon by the sea.
Is the Mani worth visiting in winter?
Yes, for walkers on clear days, but many guesthouses and tavernas close and it rains about 7–13 days a month.