Best Time to Visit Thessaloniki, Centre Macedonia, Greece
Thessaloniki is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Thessaloniki 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 June–September and January–March; the wetter half falls in April–May and October–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.2°C / 39.6°F in January to 25.7°C / 78.3°F in July, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in (September) to 55 mm / 2.2 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Thessaloniki, Centre Macedonia, Greece's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Thessaloniki'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 | 18.7°C65.7°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.3°C73.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.7°C78.3°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.2°C77.4°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.2°C70.2°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 15.5°C59.9°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Thessaloniki?
The best time to visit Thessaloniki for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 25.7°C / 78.3°F, and the driest is September with about 26 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Thessaloniki's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Thessaloniki?
The rainy season at Thessaloniki, Centre Macedonia runs through April–May and October–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 37 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is November (55 mm / 2.2 in).
What is the driest month in Thessaloniki?
The driest month in Thessaloniki is September, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.2°C / 70.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Thessaloniki?
The least comfortable months for travel to Thessaloniki — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 55 mm / 2.2 in in November, and the coldest month averages 4.2°C / 39.6°F.
Is Thessaloniki climate different from Greece overall?
Yes, usually. Our Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.