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Best time to visit Paros: month by month
Short answer
June and September are ideal, with highs of 24°C, a warm sea and fewer visitors than midsummer. July and August are hot at 27°C, lively, busy and windy with the meltemi. May and October are quiet and pleasant for walking.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 8°C | 13 | low |
| Feb | 12°C | 8°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 12°C | 8°C | 9 | low |
| Apr | 16°C | 11°C | 4 | low |
| May | 20°C | 14°C | 3 | medium |
| Jun | 24°C | 18°C | 3 | high |
| Jul | 27°C | 21°C | 0 | very high |
| Aug | 27°C | 22°C | 1 | very high |
| Sep | 24°C | 19°C | 2 | high |
| Oct | 20°C | 16°C | 2 | medium |
| Nov | 17°C | 13°C | 6 | low |
| Dec | 14°C | 10°C | 9 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of 12–20°C and lows of 8–14°C, with 3–9 rainy days; quiet, green and good for walking.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Dry and warm at 24–27°C by day and 18–22°C at night, almost no rain; strong meltemi in July and August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Warm sea in September (24°C) and pleasant October (20°C), cooler November at 17°C with about 6 rainy days.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild at 12–14°C but windy and wet, with 7–13 rainy days; many hotels and tavernas close.
Events worth planning around
- Feast of the Panagia Ekatontapyliani, one of the Aegean's largest religious festivals (15 August).
- Night of the Pirates re-enactment in Naoussa (August).
- Greek Orthodox Easter in Lefkes, Marpissa and Parikia (March, April or May).
- Wine and fish festivals in Naoussa (summer).
When to avoid
The week around 15 August is the most crowded and expensive time on the island. Winter is quiet, with many services closed and fewer ferries.
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Common questions
What is the best month for Paros?
June or September: highs of 24°C, warm sea and fewer crowds than July and August.
When is the Paros festival on 15 August?
The Feast of the Panagia Ekatontapyliani on 15 August draws pilgrims from all over Greece; book well ahead.
Is Paros good in May or October?
Yes for walking and quiet villages, at about 20°C. The sea is still cool in May, warmer in October.