Greece weather in December

In December, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 16°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 145 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 3°C cooler than in November, and in January days average 14°C.

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

Warmest resorts in Greece in December

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Rhodes17°C14°C17°C162 mm
Heraklion16°C13°C16°C86 mm
Kos16°C12°C16°C150 mm
Rethymno16°C13°C17°C96 mm
Zakynthos16°C13°C16°C145 mm
Chania15°C12°C19°C103 mm
Corfu14°C11°C14°C155 mm

Greece weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Greece in December?

In December, popular resorts in Greece (Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno, Rhodes, Kos) average 16°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 145 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 December?

About 16°C on average. The warmest water is in Chania (19°C).

Where is it warmest in Greece in December?

The warmest place is Rhodes (17°C by day), followed by Heraklion (16°C) and Kos (16°C).

Does it rain in Greece in December?

On average 145 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.