Greece weather in April

In April, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 18°C by day and 14°C at night, and the sea is about 17°C. On average 40 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C warmer than in March, and in May days average 22°C.

It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Greece in April

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Kos20°C14°C17°C43 mm
Rhodes19°C15°C18°C40 mm
Heraklion19°C14°C17°C22 mm
Chania18°C13°C17°C26 mm
Corfu18°C13°C16°C55 mm
Rethymno18°C14°C17°C24 mm
Zakynthos17°C14°C17°C40 mm

Greece weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Greece in April?

In April, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 18°C by day and 14°C at night, and the sea is about 17°C. On average 40 mm of rain falls during the month. It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach.

What is the sea temperature in Greece in April?

About 17°C on average. The warmest water is in Rhodes (18°C).

Where is it warmest in Greece in April?

The warmest place is Kos (20°C by day), followed by Rhodes (19°C) and Heraklion (19°C).

Does it rain in Greece in April?

On average 40 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.