The climate of 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.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Lesbos, Greece.

Temperature records

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.

Precipitation and snowfall

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.

Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Lesbos, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Lesbos

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Yearly Temperature in Lesbos

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Lesbos, 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.

Average Precipitation per Month in Lesbos

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Lesbos

Average Snowfall per Month in Lesbos

Total Yearly Snowfall in Lesbos

UV index chart

This chart 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.

Average UV Index per Month in Lesbos

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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was here in June Weather experience:Excellent

Ideal for an afternoon at the beach and sightseeing. Definitely a 5-star sunny spot.

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was here in January Weather experience:Okay

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.

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was here in May Weather experience:Excellent

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.

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was here in December Weather experience:Okay

We experienced both sunny and rainy days. The temperature fluctuated between 9 and 15 degrees, which was quite cold for my expectations of Greece.

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was here in July Weather experience:Excellent

It was sunny every day and we enjoyed a pleasant sea breeze. A true paradise for sun worshippers!

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was here in February Weather experience:Okay

Although the sun shines regularly, it is too cold to swim here. Ideal for hiking and sightseeing, less so for a beach vacation.

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was here in April Weather experience:Good

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.

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was here in August Weather experience:Excellent

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.

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was here in October Weather experience:Excellent

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.

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was here in November Weather experience:Good

The temperature is pleasant, ideal for hiking and sightseeing. The sun is shining, but while swimming it is a bit chilly. Nice place!

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was here in September Weather experience:Excellent

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!

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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.