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Best time to visit Skiathos: month by month
Short answer
June and September are ideal, with highs of 22–23°C, warm sea and fewer crowds than midsummer. July and August are hot at 25–26°C and busy, with lively nightlife. May and October are calm but some places close; the island is very quiet in winter.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 9°C | 12 | low |
| Feb | 11°C | 9°C | 9 | low |
| Mar | 11°C | 8°C | 11 | low |
| Apr | 13°C | 11°C | 5 | low |
| May | 17°C | 15°C | 5 | medium |
| Jun | 22°C | 20°C | 3 | high |
| Jul | 25°C | 23°C | 1 | very high |
| Aug | 26°C | 24°C | 3 | very high |
| Sep | 23°C | 20°C | 7 | high |
| Oct | 19°C | 17°C | 7 | medium |
| Nov | 16°C | 14°C | 6 | low |
| Dec | 13°C | 11°C | 8 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of 11–17°C and lows of 8–15°C, with 5–11 rainy days; green and quiet, sea still cool.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Warm and dry at 22–26°C by day and 20–24°C at night, with 1–3 rainy days; peak season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Warm sea in September (23°C), mild October (19°C), cooler November at 16°C with about 6–7 rainy days.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild but wet at 11–13°C, with 8–12 rainy days; most hotels and tavernas closed.
Events worth planning around
- Greek Orthodox Easter in Skiathos Town (March, April or May).
- Feast of the Assumption (15 August).
- Feast of the Panagia Kounistra, the island's patron, with a procession of the icon (21 November).
When to avoid
Late July to August is crowded and expensive. From November to April most services close and ferries are less frequent.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Skiathos?
June or September: warm sea, highs of 22–23°C and fewer crowds than July and August.
Is Skiathos open in winter?
Only partly. Most hotels and tavernas close from November to April.
Is Skiathos good for nightlife?
Yes, Skiathos Town has lively bars in July and August.