Samos, Greece experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Samos, Greece Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Samos, Greece. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.1/10
Best: May, June, July, September, October
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 21°C / 17°C
Feels Like 21°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 66 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 70%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
29°C
July
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
10°C
January
Avg High14°C
Rain14days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High29°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
25 km/h
July (Gusts 41)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 26°C
Warmest water: August (
26.2°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:51
Daylight 14.8h
Sunset 20:37
Live conditions—
Samos on the map · live conditions
Samos, Greece
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Greece
- City
- Samos
- Population
- 1.9K
- Coordinates
- 37.75°, 26.98°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 6 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 14°C / 10°C . Feb: 14°C / 10°C . Mar: 16°C / 12°C . Apr: 19°C / 14°C . May: 22°C / 18°C . Jun: 26°C / 22°C . Jul: 29°C / 24°C . Aug: 29°C / 25°C . Sep: 26°C / 22°C . Oct: 23°C / 19°C . Nov: 19°C / 15°C . Dec: 15°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 189 mm. Feb: 90 mm. Mar: 76 mm. Apr: 45 mm. May: 22 mm. Jun: 17 mm. Jul: 1 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 19 mm. Oct: 48 mm. Nov: 137 mm. Dec: 152 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 70%. Mar: 70%. Apr: 73%. May: 74%. Jun: 70%. Jul: 64%. Aug: 68%. Sep: 68%. Oct: 70%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 70%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 22 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 20 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 25 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 21 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 19 km/h . Dec: 20 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 13h. Jun: 14h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 18°C . Feb: 17°C . Mar: 17°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 20°C . Jun: 23°C . Jul: 24°C . Aug: 26°C . Sep: 25°C . Oct: 23°C . Nov: 21°C . Dec: 19°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 29°C | Jul · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 8°C | Jan · 10°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 152 mm | Jan · 189 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 25 km/h | Jul · 25 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Fair March
Good April
Excellent May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August
Good September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C / 10°C | 11°C / 7°C | 14days (189 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 69% Muggy | 2.6 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 10°C | 12°C / 7°C | 9days (90 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 16°C / 12°C | 14°C / 9°C | 9days (76 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 5.4 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 14°C | 19°C / 13°C | 6days (45 mm) Good | 11.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 22°C / 18°C | 23°C / 18°C | 5days (22 mm) Good | 12.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 22°C | 29°C / 23°C | 3days (17 mm) Excellent | 13.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 24°C | 32°C / 26°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 13.4h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 25°C | 33°C / 27°C | 1days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 22°C | 28°C / 23°C | 2days (19 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 23°C / 19°C | 23°C / 18°C | 4days (48 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 70% Muggy | 4.6 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 19°C / 15°C | 18°C / 14°C | 11days (137 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 15°C / 12°C | 13°C / 9°C | 11days (152 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 70% Muggy | 2.4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Samos are May, June, July, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Samos, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Samos is July, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Samos is January, with average overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Samos is January, averaging 189mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Samos runs through January, November, December, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Samos.
Samos receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Samos.
The least favorable months to visit Samos are January, February, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Samos is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Samos is 70%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October average 24°C (75°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Samos are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 25 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 25 mph).
Samos averages 16 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 30%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Samos is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Samos has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Samos ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Samos. It earns a climate score of 9.6/10 with Excellent.
For June in Samos, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 26°C (79°F) and 3 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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