Halkidiki Weather

The weather of Halkidiki bears strong similarities with that of Thessaloniki. Summertime is warm and dry, while winters have frequent rainfall, high humidity, and low temperatures.

In brief, Halkidiki is an excellent destination for vacationing during the summer, with air temperatures often reaching over 40°C/104°F, soft winds, and lots of sunlight.

Below, you can see the average temperatures in Halkidiki between April and October, but we have also gathered information regarding the weather by month.

Average High & Low Air Temperature (in °C/°F)

 

Discover the weather in Halkidiki by month:
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

January in Halkidiki is quite cold, sometimes reaching extremely cold temperatures below 0°C/32°F.

The average temperature is 9°C/48.2°F (maximum: 12°C/53.6°F | minimum: 6°C/42.8°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -10°C/14°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 22°C/71.6°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4 hours.
Humidity reaches 74%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.2 kph (6.3 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 14.2°C/57.6°F; hence, the waters are very cold.

February, like January, is a cold month with only a few hours of sunlight, chilling winds, and cold waters.

The average temperature is 9°C/48.2°F (maximum: 12°C/53.6°F | minimum: 6°C/42.8°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -10°C/14°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 24°C/75.2°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5 hours.
Humidity reaches 71%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.7 kph (6.6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 13.6°C/56.5°F; hence, the waters are freezing cold.

March in Halkidiki often has temperatures around 12°C/53.6°F and the sea is at its coldest.

The average temperature is 11.5°C/52.7°F (maximum: 15°C/59°F | minimum: 8°C/46.4°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -5°C/23°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 32°C/89.6°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6 hours.
Humidity reaches 69%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.4 kph (6.5 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 13.4°C/56.1°F; hence, the waters are frigid.

With around 8 hours of sunlight and air temperatures of medium warmth, April can be characterized as a "precursor" of the summer season.

The average temperature is 15°C/59°F (maximum: 19°C/66.2°F | minimum: 11°C/51.8°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -2°C/28.4°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 32°C/89.6°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 8 hours.
Humidity reaches 67%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 8.8 kph (5.5 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 14.4°C/57.9°F; hence, the waters are still really cold.

May is when the first crowds of tourists in the vast area of Halkidiki arrive, with ideal air temperatures around 20°C/68°F and little to no rainfall.

The average temperature is 20°C/68°F (maximum: 24°C/75.2°F | minimum: 16°C/60.8°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 4°C/39.2°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 36°C/96.8°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9 hours.
Humidity reaches 64%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.4 kph (5.8 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 18.7°C/65.7°F; hence, the waters of Halkidiki are fine.

As the first month of summer, June comes with higher temperatures (both air and sea).

The average temperature is 24.5°C/76.1°F (maximum: 29°C/84.2°F | minimum: 20°C/68°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 7°C/44.6°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 41°C/105.8°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11 hours.
Humidity reaches 60%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10 kph (6.2 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 23.7°C/74.7°F; hence, the sea is quite warm.

July has very hot days and warm nights, while accommodations near the region's shores are usually fully booked.

The average temperature is 27.5°C/81.5°F (maximum: 32°C/89.6°F | minimum: 23°C/73.4°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 12°C/53.6°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 44°C/111.2°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 12 hours.
Humidity reaches 56%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.4 kph (6.5 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 26.1°C/79°F; hence, the waters are ideal.

Peak summertime in Halkidiki features warm sea waters, hot sun, and temperatures well over 35°C/95°F. We recommend that you book your hotel of choice and your ferry tickets beforehand, in case you plan on visiting Halkidiki in the month of August.

The average temperature is 27.5°C/81.5°F (maximum: 32°C/89.6°F | minimum: 23°C/73.4°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 10°C/50°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 42°C/107.6°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11 hours.
Humidity reaches 58%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.8 kph (6.1 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 26.3°C/79.3°F; hence, the waters are at their warmest.

September is the perfect balance of air temperature, sea warmth, and fewer visitors than the summer months. Hotels in September offer more affordable prices, for those short on a budget looking to enjoy the finest shores of Macedonia.

The average temperature is 23.5°C/74.3°F (maximum: 27°C/80.6°F | minimum: 20°C/68°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 8°C/46.4°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 40°C/104°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9 hours.
Humidity reaches 62%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.7 kph (6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 24.6°C/76.3°F; hence, the waters are warm still.

October is, unofficially, the end of the season for most establishments, though some are open year-round. The temperatures start becoming more reminiscent of autumn than winter.

The average temperature is 18.5°C/65.3°F (maximum: 22°C/71.6°F | minimum: 15°C/59°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 2°C/35.6°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 33°C/91.4°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6 hours.
Humidity reaches 68%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9 kph (5.6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 21°C/69.8°F; hence, the sea remains mildly warm.

November in the region of Halkidiki is a mildly cold month with high humidity levels.

The average temperature is 14°C/57.2°F (maximum: 17°C/62.6°F | minimum: 11°C/51.8°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -3°C/26.6°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 27°C/80.6°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5 hours.
Humidity reaches 74%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.3 kph (5.8 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 17.6°C/63.7°F; hence, the waters are on the cold side.

With frequent rainfall and temperatures scooping lower than 10°C/50°F, December is the start of wintertime.

The average temperature is 10.5°C/50.9°F (maximum: 13°C/55.4°F | minimum: 8°C/46.4°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to -10°C/14°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 25°C/77°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4 hours.
Humidity reaches 76%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.1 kph (6.3 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 14.9°C/58.9°F; hence, Halkidiki's waters are unfit for swimming.