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Best time to visit Naxos: month by month
Short answer
June and September are ideal, with highs of about 26–27°C, sea around 22–24°C and fewer crowds. July and August are hotter (about 30°C), busy and windy with the meltemi; May and October are good for hiking.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 9°C | 14 | low |
| Feb | 13°C | 8°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 13°C | 8°C | 10 | low |
| Apr | 18°C | 11°C | 5 | medium |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 3 | medium |
| Jun | 27°C | 19°C | 3 | high |
| Jul | 30°C | 22°C | 1 | very high |
| Aug | 30°C | 22°C | 2 | very high |
| Sep | 26°C | 20°C | 2 | high |
| Oct | 22°C | 16°C | 3 | medium |
| Nov | 19°C | 14°C | 8 | low |
| Dec | 15°C | 11°C | 9 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Mild, about 13–18°C in March–April and 23°C in May, with wildflowers and good hiking; sea still cool.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot and dry, about 27–30°C, with warm sea, crowds and the meltemi wind in July and August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September (about 26°C) is warm with the sea at its warmest; October (22°C) is quieter; November is wetter.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild but windy, about 13–15°C, with rain; many beach hotels close, but Chora stays lively.
Events worth planning around
- Greek Orthodox Easter, with village processions (March, April or May)
- Feast of the Assumption, celebrated in villages such as Filoti (15 August)
When to avoid
Avoid mid-August if you dislike crowds and high prices, and November to March if you want beach hotels and frequent ferries.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Naxos?
June and September.
Is Naxos windy?
Yes, the meltemi blows in July and August; Plaka and Mikri Vigla are popular with kitesurfers.
Is Naxos open in winter?
Chora stays alive all year, but many beach hotels close from November to April.