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Best time to visit Parga: month by month
Short answer
May, June and September are the best months, with highs of about 23–29°C, warm sea and room on the beaches. July and August are hot (about 32–33°C) and busy with Greek and Balkan families; many hotels close from November to April.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 7°C | 16 | low |
| Feb | 14°C | 7°C | 9 | low |
| Mar | 15°C | 7°C | 12 | low |
| Apr | 18°C | 11°C | 11 | low |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 7 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 20°C | 5 | medium |
| Jul | 33°C | 24°C | 1 | very high |
| Aug | 32°C | 23°C | 4 | very high |
| Sep | 27°C | 19°C | 7 | medium |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 10 | low |
| Nov | 19°C | 13°C | 16 | low |
| Dec | 15°C | 9°C | 14 | 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 15°C in March to 23°C in May, with 7–12 rainy days; green landscapes, but the Acheron is cold and high.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
June is about 29°C; July and August about 32–33°C with little rain. Peak season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is about 27°C and still good for swimming; October cools to about 23°C, and November is wet.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild, with highs of about 13–15°C and 9–16 rainy days; many hotels and tavernas close.
Events worth planning around
- Greek Orthodox Easter (March, April or May)
- Feast of the Dormition, 15 August
When to avoid
Late July and August are the most crowded and expensive weeks. From November to April, many hotels close and boat trips stop.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Parga?
June or September: about 27–29°C, warm sea and fewer crowds than July–August.
Is Parga open in winter?
Partly: many hotels and tavernas close from November to April.
When is the best time for the Acheron walk?
Summer, when the water is lower; it stays cold, about 12–14°C, even in August.