Best Time to Visit Kalamata, Peloponnese, Greece
Kalamata is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Kalamata for sunny, dry weather is April–September — 6 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 9.9°C / 49.8°F in January to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in July, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 133 mm / 5.2 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kalamata, Peloponnese, Greece's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kalamata's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 14.7°C58.5°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19°C66.2°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.5°C74.3°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.5°C77.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.5°C77.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 22.7°C72.9°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kalamata?
The best time to visit Kalamata for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 25.5°C / 77.9°F, and the driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kalamata's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kalamata?
The rainy season at Kalamata, Peloponnese runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 65 mm / 2.6 in. The wettest single month is December (133 mm / 5.2 in).
What is the driest month in Kalamata?
The driest month in Kalamata is July, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kalamata?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kalamata — 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 133 mm / 5.2 in in December, and the coldest month averages 9.9°C / 49.8°F.
Is Kalamata climate different from Greece overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kalamata 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 Kalamata specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.