GreeceWhat’s the climate like in Lesbos?
The current climate in Lesbos features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 23°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 5°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Lesbos in recent years was 41°C in July 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 1°C in January 2017.
On average, Lesbos gets 728 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 1,5 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Lesbos is based on weather data from Mytilene. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Lesbos to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Lesbos?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Lesbos is April through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Lesbos. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Lesbos
The climate table of Lesbos shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 13 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 26 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 24 | 19 | 15 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 6 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 20 | 15 | 11 | 7 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 164 | 123 | 81 | 45 | 19 | 25 | 5,5 | 1,4 | 12 | 37 | 101 | 114 |
| Snow (cm) | 1,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 23°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in January
- Precipitation*: 728 mm per year, averaging 61 mm per month
- Snowfall: 1,5 cm per year
- Driest months: 1,4 mm in August, 5,5 mm in July and 12 mm in September
- Wettest months: 164 mm in January, 123 mm in February and 114 mm in December
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Lesbos
Average Temperature per Month in Lesbos
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Lesbos, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Lesbos
This graph shows how much rainfall Lesbos, Greece, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Lesbos
This graph shows how much snow Lesbos, Greece, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Lesbos
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Lesbos, Greece. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Lesbos
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Lesbos, Greece. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Lesbos
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Lesbos, Greece, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Lesbos
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Lesbos, Greece, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Lesbos
The weather in Lesbos is rated an average of 4,3 out of 5 stars by 11 visitors. Have you been to Lesbos? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Ideal for an afternoon at the beach and sightseeing. Definitely a 5-star sunny spot.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although I was hoping for milder weather on Lesvos, January turned out to be surprisingly cold and rainy. The sun rarely shone, but when it did, it was lovely. The temperature was around 10 degrees, not ideal but still bearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Lots of sunshine, blue skies and a perfect temperature of around 25 degrees. It was perfect for a beach vacation. Swimming in the sea was a great experience in clear and calm water.— This text is automatically translated to English
We experienced both sunny and rainy days. The temperature fluctuated between 9 and 15 degrees, which was quite cold for my expectations of Greece.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was sunny every day and we enjoyed a pleasant sea breeze. A true paradise for sun worshippers!— This text is automatically translated to English
Although the sun shines regularly, it is too cold to swim here. Ideal for hiking and sightseeing, less so for a beach vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
April was a pleasant month to visit Lesvos: mostly sunny with only a few rainy days. The temperature was comfortable for exploring the island. A little more warmth would be ideal.— This text is automatically translated to English
Expect warm, sunny days with gentle sea breezes. Ideal for a sunny vacation. Bright blue skies and bright sunshine. Lesbos really exceeded our summer expectations.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was around 23 degrees and there was a pleasant sea breeze. Almost every day the sun shone, perfect for a lovely sunny autumn vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature is pleasant, ideal for hiking and sightseeing. The sun is shining, but while swimming it is a bit chilly. Nice place!— This text is automatically translated to English
Lovely sunny weather with pleasant temperatures around 25 degrees. Ideal for a late summer vacation. I enjoyed the clear blue sky and the refreshing sea breeze!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Lesbos by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lesbos. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
