The weather in August in Greece
It's hot in August in Greece with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 26°C.
August is an awesome month to be in Greece for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and no rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Greece. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2021, Greece reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
Daily weather in August for Greece
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Greece. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Greece | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Greece with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 25°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Greece is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Greece for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Greece is based on weather data from Santorini. Other places, like Crete, Rhodes or Kos, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Greece to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Greece
Temperature in August in Greece over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Greece. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Greece
Total precipitation in August in Greece over the years
Daily UV index in August in Greece
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Greece, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Greece
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The heat in Greece in August was intense, but fortunately the cool sea brought relief. Radiant sunshine every day, perfect for sunbathers and beach lovers. Just make sure you have plenty of sunscreen!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Greece by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Greece. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.