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Best time to visit Preveza: month by month
Short answer
June and September are best for the beaches, with highs of about 28–29°C and warm sea. May and October, at about 24°C, are ideal for Nikopolis, the Acheron and walking; July and August reach about 32°C and are busy.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 7°C | 16 | low |
| Feb | 14°C | 7°C | 8 | low |
| Mar | 15°C | 8°C | 10 | low |
| Apr | 19°C | 11°C | 9 | low |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 7 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 20°C | 5 | medium |
| Jul | 32°C | 24°C | 1 | high |
| Aug | 32°C | 23°C | 5 | very high |
| Sep | 28°C | 20°C | 4 | medium |
| Oct | 24°C | 16°C | 10 | low |
| Nov | 19°C | 13°C | 15 | low |
| Dec | 15°C | 10°C | 12 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
About 15°C in March, 19°C in April and 24°C in May, with rain on 7–10 days a month; good for ruins and walking.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
About 29°C in June and 32°C in July and August, with little rain; warm sea and busy beaches.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 28°C in September and 24°C in October, then 19°C and frequent rain in November.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild, about 13–15°C, but rainy, with 8–16 rainy days a month; many beach businesses are closed.
Events worth planning around
- Greek Orthodox Easter (March, April or May)
- Summer sardine festival in Preveza (check dates locally)
- Feast of the Dormition, 15 August
When to avoid
Avoid August if you dislike heat and crowds, and November to February if you want the beach businesses open.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Preveza?
June and September for beaches; May and October for sightseeing.
Is Preveza busy in August?
Yes; it is the busiest month, with Greek families and charter flights.
Is it worth visiting in winter?
For the town and Nikopolis, yes, but expect rain and many closed beach businesses.