The best times to visit Nafplio for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 15th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Nafplio Travel Info

Weather in Nafplio

Temperature

Average temperatures in Nafplio vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Nafplio, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 90.3°F (32.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.2°F (15.7°C) at night.

Nafplio Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Nafplio Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Nafplio Perceived Temperature (F)

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Nafplio Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Nafplio Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 50.4 41.7 32.8
Feb 50.8 42.8 33.8
Mar 57.7 48.5 37.7
Apr 65.1 54.9 41.6
May 74.4 63.8 48.3
Jun 83.2 72.3 55
Jul 89.2 77.6 59.7
Aug 89.3 77.4 60.3
Sep 80.5 68.9 54.1
Oct 69.4 58.9 46.7
Nov 61.2 51.3 40.9
Dec 52.7 43.3 34.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 10.2 5.4 0.4
Feb 10.4 6 1
Mar 14.3 9.2 3.2
Apr 18.4 12.7 5.3
May 23.6 17.7 9.1
Jun 28.4 22.4 12.8
Jul 31.8 25.3 15.4
Aug 31.8 25.2 15.7
Sep 26.9 20.5 12.3
Oct 20.8 14.9 8.2
Nov 16.2 10.7 4.9
Dec 11.5 6.3 1.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Nafplio are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late August. For example, on the week of August 20th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Nafplio? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Nafplio is often around around March 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Nafplio.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Nafplio (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 26% 0.5 4.3
Feb 30% 1.5 3.7
Mar 24% 1.7 3.8
Apr 13% 0 1.6
May 13% 0 1.3
Jun 8% 0 1.1
Jul 6% 0 0.9
Aug 7% 0 0.7
Sep 14% 0 2
Oct 20% 0 3.6
Nov 17% 0 3
Dec 25% 1 3.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 26 1.3 10.9
Feb 30 3.8 9.4
Mar 24 4.3 9.7
Apr 13 0 4.1
May 13 0 3.3
Jun 8 0 2.8
Jul 6 0 2.3
Aug 7 0 1.8
Sep 14 0 5.1
Oct 20 0 9.1
Nov 17 0 7.6
Dec 25 2.5 9.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Nafplio has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is August (33.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (71.7%).

Wind in Nafplio is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by August and April. March’s average wind speed of around 5.1 knots (5.8 MPH or 9.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 12.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Nafplio.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.7 Barely noticeable 9.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.6 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.1 Light breeze 11.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 5 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
May 4.7 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.7 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.3 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.3 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.8%
Feb 66.6%
Mar 58.4%
Apr 49.9%
May 45.6%
Jun 39.6%
Jul 33.5%
Aug 33.2%
Sep 46.8%
Oct 60.3%
Nov 67.2%
Dec 71.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Nafplio?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Greece; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Nafplio, Greece is June, followed by February and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Nafplio in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.9 in November means 50.9% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Nafplio Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 77°F (25°C) and 53.3°F (11.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Nafplio, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Nafplio to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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