Best Time to Visit Ioannina, Epirus, Greece
Ioannina is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Ioannina for sunny, dry weather is June–August — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 22.8°C / 73°F in July, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in (July) to 149 mm / 5.9 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ioannina, Epirus, Greece's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ioannina's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.1°C68.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22.8°C73°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.5°C72.5°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ioannina?
The best time to visit Ioannina for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 22.8°C / 73°F, and the driest is July with about 31 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ioannina's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ioannina?
The rainy season at Ioannina, Epirus runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 91 mm / 3.6 in. The wettest single month is December (149 mm / 5.9 in).
What is the driest month in Ioannina?
The driest month in Ioannina is July, averaging about 31 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.8°C / 73°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ioannina?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ioannina — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 149 mm / 5.9 in in December, and the coldest month averages 4.7°C / 40.5°F.
Is Ioannina climate different from Greece overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ioannina figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Greece figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Ioannina specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.