Month by month
| Month | Afternoon | Sea | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.1 °C | 14 °C | 8 days | Unfavourable season |
| February | 13.2 °C | 13.3 °C | 8 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| March | 15.4 °C | 13.7 °C | 11 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| April | 19.9 °C | 15.7 °C | 8 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| May | 24.5 °C | 19.3 °C | 9 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| June | 29.8 °C | 23.7 °C | 8 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| July | 32.7 °C | 26.5 °C | 4 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| August | 32.4 °C | 27.2 °C | 5 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| September | 27.6 °C | 25.4 °C | 6 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| October | 22 °C | 21.9 °C | 5 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| November | 16.9 °C | 18.8 °C | 9 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| December | 12.1 °C | 15.9 °C | 7 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
Before you go
Three things to check once you have picked your dates.
Entry
Greece is in the European Union. Entry rules depend on your nationality — check before booking.
Safety
No specific restrictions
Usual precautions apply.
Official advice updated 11 August 2026
Health
Recommended vaccinations, water quality, mosquitoes: advice depends on the country and the season. Some vaccines need time before departure.
Beau Fixe is not a safety or health authority. These notes summarise public advisories and link to their source; only the competent authorities are authoritative. Alert levels: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk), Open Government Licence v3.0.
FAQ
Can you swim in Thessaloníki in February?
The sea averages 13.3°C in February — too cold for most swimmers.
How hot is Thessaloníki in February?
Expect 13.2°C in the afternoon and 4.4°C at night, averaged over the last 10 years.
Does it rain a lot in Thessaloníki in February?
Around 8 days with rain (≥ 1 mm) in the month — 28% of days.