Best Time to Visit Larissa, Thessalia, Greece
Larissa is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Larissa for sunny, dry weather is May–October — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–September and January; the wetter half falls in February–March and October–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 5.2°C / 41.4°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in July, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (August) to 62 mm / 2.4 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Larissa, Thessalia, Greece's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Larissa'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 18.8°C65.8°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.2°C75.6°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.3°C79.3°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 25.2°C77.4°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.2°C61.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Larissa?
The best time to visit Larissa for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.3°C / 79.3°F, and the driest is August with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Larissa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Larissa?
The rainy season at Larissa, Thessalia runs through February–March and October–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 38 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is November (62 mm / 2.4 in).
What is the driest month in Larissa?
The driest month in Larissa is August, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Larissa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Larissa — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 62 mm / 2.4 in in November, and the coldest month averages 5.2°C / 41.4°F.
Is Larissa climate different from Greece overall?
Yes, usually. Our Larissa 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 Larissa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.