The best times to visit Rhodes for ideal weather are

February 26th to June 10th

or

September 24th to December 9th

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

 

 


Other Rhodes Travel Info

Weather in Rhodes

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rhodes vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 65th 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 Rhodes, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 88.6°F (31.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.9°F (24.9°C) at night.

Rhodes Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rhodes 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.

Rhodes Perceived Temperature (F)

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Rhodes Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rhodes 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 59.9 55.4 50.5
Feb 60.1 55.4 50.3
Mar 63.6 58.6 53.3
Apr 68.6 62.9 57.2
May 75.2 69.4 63.7
Jun 82.5 76.9 71.2
Jul 86.9 81 75.4
Aug 87.8 82.1 76.8
Sep 83.3 77.8 72.9
Oct 76.2 70.9 65.7
Nov 69.7 64.3 59.2
Dec 63.3 58.3 53.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.5 13 10.3
Feb 15.6 13 10.2
Mar 17.6 14.8 11.8
Apr 20.3 17.2 14
May 24 20.8 17.6
Jun 28.1 24.9 21.8
Jul 30.5 27.2 24.1
Aug 31 27.8 24.9
Sep 28.5 25.4 22.7
Oct 24.6 21.6 18.7
Nov 20.9 17.9 15.1
Dec 17.4 14.6 11.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rhodes are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early June. For example, on the week of June 4th 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 Rhodes? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around November, especially close to mid to late November. The best time to ski (if at all) in Rhodes is often around around December 17th 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 Rhodes.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 29% 0.7 5.1
Feb 26% 0.6 4
Mar 10% 0.7 1.2
Apr 9% 0 0.7
May 5% 0 0.7
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 4% 0 0.6
Oct 10% 0.7 2.8
Nov 14% 1.1 2.7
Dec 23% 0.6 4.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 29 1.8 13
Feb 26 1.5 10.2
Mar 10 1.8 3
Apr 9 0 1.8
May 5 0 1.8
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 4 0 1.5
Oct 10 1.8 7.1
Nov 14 2.8 6.9
Dec 23 1.5 11.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Rhodes has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (56.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (65.6%).

Wind in Rhodes is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by August and June. July’s average wind speed of around 10.9 knots (12.5 MPH or 20.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 16.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 6.5 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Feb 7 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Apr 7.8 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
May 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jun 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jul 10.9 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Aug 10.4 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Sep 9 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Oct 6.4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.9%
Feb 65%
Mar 60.9%
Apr 62.9%
May 64.3%
Jun 59.5%
Jul 56.3%
Aug 60%
Sep 60.5%
Oct 63.3%
Nov 65.6%
Dec 65.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rhodes?

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 Rhodes, Greece is July, followed by June and May. 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 Rhodes 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 34.8 in November means 34.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Rhodes Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 77.8°F (25.4°C) and 61.4°F (16.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 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 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Rhodes, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.5°F (29.7°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 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 somewhat cool this time of year in Rhodes to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 65°F (18.3°C) and 59.1°F (15.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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