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.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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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 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
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
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
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.
Ideal for an afternoon at the beach and sightseeing. Definitely a 5-star sunny spot.
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.
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.
We experienced both sunny and rainy days. The temperature fluctuated between 9 and 15 degrees, which was quite cold for my expectations of Greece.
It was sunny every day and we enjoyed a pleasant sea breeze. A true paradise for sun worshippers!
Although the sun shines regularly, it is too cold to swim here. Ideal for hiking and sightseeing, less so for a beach vacation.
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.
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.
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.
The temperature is pleasant, ideal for hiking and sightseeing. The sun is shining, but while swimming it is a bit chilly. Nice place!
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.