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Best conditions around July 27
Aegean classic — strong summer meltemi, postcard whitewashed villages.
Best time to sail
Best time to sail in Greece
The best time to sail in Greece is April to November, with peak conditions in June and September.
That verdict comes from 1991–2020 climate normals — wind, rain, sunshine, and air temperature — scored week by week for charter conditions across 5 sailing areas.
Discover everything you need to know about boat rental in Greece — from the best sailing regions and seasonal weather to costs, licensing requirements, and a complete 7-day Ionian island itinerary for your Greece yacht charter.
Sailing conditions in Greece, month by month
Mean weekly values across our sailing areas in Greece. The sail score weighs wind, rain, sun, and temperature — and discounts tropical-storm season where one applies.
| Month | Sail score | Wind (kn) | Rain (mm/day) | Sun (h/day) | Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Fair | 12 | 2.9 | 12 | 11 |
| February | Fair | 11 | 2.4 | 12 | 11 |
| March | Fair | 10 | 1.8 | 12 | 13 |
| April | Excellent | 9 | 1.2 | 12 | 15 |
| May | Excellent | 8 | 0.7 | 12 | 19 |
| June | Excellent | 8 | 0.3 | 12 | 23 |
| July | Excellent | 8 | 0.1 | 12 | 26 |
| August | Excellent | 9 | 0.1 | 12 | 26 |
| September | Excellent | 9 | 0.6 | 12 | 23 |
| October | Excellent | 9 | 2 | 12 | 19 |
| November | Excellent | 10 | 3.2 | 12 | 16 |
| December | Fair | 11 | 3.2 | 12 | 13 |
Sailing areas in Greece
Every area below is scored individually in the interactive calendar; where we have an in-depth guide, it's linked.
Dodecanese
Intermediate
Best conditions around July 27
Rhodes-Kos corner with steady winds and Crusader ports.
Ionian Islands
Beginner-friendly
Best conditions around July 27
Light, predictable winds; the easiest Greek charter region for families.
Saronic Gulf
Beginner-friendly
Best conditions around July 27
Athens-adjacent, sheltered, short hops — ideal first Greek week.
Sporades
Beginner-friendly
Best conditions around August 3
Pine-clad islands north of Skiathos, light breezes.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to sail in Greece?
April to November offers the most reliable conditions, with June and September scoring best for wind, rain, sunshine, and temperature in the 1991–2020 climate normals.
When is the cheapest time to charter in Greece?
The shoulder months — April and November — usually combine good sailing conditions with fewer crowds and lower charter prices than the peak in June and September.
How warm is it in Greece in June?
Around 23 °C air temperature on average in June, with about 12 hours of sun a day.