Weather in Greece in december 2024

Here, find the the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in Greece. These predictions are statistics for the month of december from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in december in Athens

tolerable weather 1cm

Weather at 6am
52°F

Partly Cloudy

25%

Moderate rain at times

13%

Cloudy

9%

Weather at 12pm
59°F

Partly Cloudy

23%

Cloudy

13%

Moderate rain at times

11%

Weather at 6pm
54°F

Partly Cloudy

22%

Moderate rain at times

14%

Cloudy

10%

Weather at 3am
52°F

Clear/Sunny

50%

Partly Cloudy

21%

Moderate rain at times

15%

Cloudy

10%

More information about the weather in Athens in december



Where to go in Greece in december?

Where to go in Greece in december: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in december?

Attica Peninsula
(Athens, Hydra Island, Lavrio...)
tolerable weather*
Central Greece
(Gregolimano, Delphi, Agrinio...)
tolerable weather*
Crete
(Heraklion, Chania, Matala...)
good weather*
Cyclades
(Santorini, Mykonos, Paros...)
good weather
Dodecanese
(Kos, Rhodes, Karpathos...)
good weather*
East Aegean Islands
(Samos, Chios, Lesbos...)
tolerable weather*
Ioanian Islands
(Corfu Island, Zante, Lefkáda...)
good weather*
North of Greece
(Thessaloniki, Parga, Kavala...)
very bad weather*
Northern Aegean
(Lemnos, Samothrace, Thasos...)
tolerable weather*
Peloponnese
(Kalamata, Nafplio, Patras...)
tolerable weather*
Sporades Islands
(Skiathos, Alonissos, Skyros island...)
tolerable weather
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Greece in december when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Greece in december ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.

December is a transitional month between fall and winter. Cities on the mainland and near the Aegean Sea are cold, but those on the islands off the Mediterranean enjoy a favorable climate. Thus, Thessaloniki is not recommended for a visit, while Athens, the Sporades and Ionian Islands have a climate throughout December in Greece that is acceptable. The Cyclades, Dodecanese and Crete enjoy a rather favorable climate.

December in Continental Greece

The climatic conditions of continental Greece are identical to those of winter. However, the temperatures are still mild because they remain above 10° C. This means that with warm clothes, one can always visit Athens and its surroundings. Note that Thessaloniki is too cool with its 4° C in the morning in this period.

December in the Ionian Islands

Like the Athens, Sporades and the island of Hydra, the Ionian Islands have a favorable climate with mild temperatures and high humidity.

December in the Cyclades and the Dodecanese

The islands located off the Mediterranean are warmer compared to those located farther north. The weather in Greece in December is more favorable at this time of the year. Indeed, the mild temperatures of this month are pleasant and provide the opportunity to relax away from the winter temperatures of other regions.


Climate in Greece in december

Climate in Athens in december

In december, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 56°F). The climate is quite cold in that area in december, but it is tolerable when dressing cosy. With 3.7in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your journey. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, december is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Athens in Greece.

December
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 52°F
Sea temperature 62°F
Rainfall 3.7in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(16%)
Humidity 80%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 35%
Length of day 09:33
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Athens in december

Climate in Corfu Island in december

In december, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 54°F (for an average temperature of 56°F). The climate is quite fresh there in the month of december, but it is livable when dressing cosy. With 9in over 10 days, rain is to be feared during your journey. Remember to pack rain clothes.
With a correct weather, december is okay (but not good time) for traveling in Corfu Island.

December
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 54°F
Sea temperature 63°F
Rainfall 9in
Number of days with rainfall 10 day(s)
(31%)
Humidity 73%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 35%
Length of day 09:23
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Corfu Island in december

Climate in Crete in december

In the month of december, maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 59°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate is relatively cool around this city in december, but it is tolerable by dressing warm. With 3.1in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, the month of december is a good month to go in Crete in Greece.

December
Average temperature 61°F
Highest temperature 63°F
Lowest temperature 59°F
Rainfall 3.1in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(16%)
Humidity 73%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 30%
Length of day 09:48
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Crete in december

Climate in Kos in december

In the month of december, maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 58°F (for an average temperature of 59°F). The climate is rather cool in that area in the month of december, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 5.9in over 8 days, you will experience some showers for your holidays. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With an unfavorable weather, december is not the best time to go in Kos.

December
Average temperature 59°F
Highest temperature 61°F
Lowest temperature 58°F
Sea temperature 66°F
Rainfall 5.9in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(24%)
Humidity 71%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 31%
Length of day 09:39
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Kos in december

Climate in Greek islands of the Cyclades in december

In the month of december, the mean temperature in Greek islands of the Cyclades is 59°F (maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is quite cool in this city in this month, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 3.7in over 6 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With proper weather, december is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there.

December
Average temperature 59°F
Highest temperature 61°F
Lowest temperature 58°F
Sea temperature 63°F
Rainfall 3.7in
Number of days with rainfall 6 day(s)
(19%)
Humidity 75%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 37%
Length of day 09:36
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Greek islands of the Cyclades in december


All cities in Greece in december

Athens in decembertolerable weather
Corfu Island in decembertolerable weather
Crete in decembergood weather
Kos in decembergood weather
Greek islands of the Cyclades in decembergood weather
Mykonos in decembergood weather
Paros in decembergood weather
Rhodes in decembergood weather
Samos in decembertolerable weather
Santorini in decembergood weather
Skiathos in decembertolerable weather
Thessaloniki in decembervery bad weather
Zante in decembergood weather
Agrinio in decembertolerable weather
Alonissos in decembertolerable weather
Antiparos in decembergood weather
Chios in decembertolerable weather
Delphi in decemberbad weather
Gregolimano in decembervery bad weather
Hydra Island in decembergood weather
Kalamata in decembergood weather
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Weather data for Greece in december:

Weather data for Greece in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Greece. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Greece can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Greece.


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