Milos Weather

The weather of Milos is very similar to the weather of the rest of the Cyclades islands. In particular, summers are hot and sunny while winters are dry but overall mild.

In brief, the weather in Milos is sunny during the shoulder and high season. August is the hottest month while January is the coldest.
We recommend visiting the island in late spring or early autumn in order to avoid the hoards of guests and vacation at the ideal temperature.

The Mediterranean climate ensures hot summers and mild winters across Greece. That allows off-season visitors to add many things to their holiday itinerary since the number of tourists (and therefore waiting) is limited.
Most facilities start operating in April and remain open until early November.

Below, you can see the average temperatures in Milos by month. We have also gathered information regarding the weather by month.

Average High & Low Air Temperature (in °C/°F)

Months Air High Air Low Sea Rainfall Sunshine
April 19°C/67°F 12°C/54°F 16.5°C/61°F 5 days 8.5 Hours
May 24°C/76°F 16°C/61°F 18.5°C/65°F 4 days 9.5 Hours
June 29°C/84°F 20°C/69°F 22°C/71°F - 11 Hours
July 30°C/87°F 23°C/73°F 24°C/75°F - 12 Hours
August 30°C/86°F 23°C/73°F 25°C/77°F - 11.5 Hours
September 27°C/81°F 20°C/69°F 24°C/75°F 4 days 9.5 Hours
October 23°C/74°F 17°C/63°F 22°C/72°F 6 days 7.5 Hours

 

Weather by month

Discover the weather in Milos by month:
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

January

January is the first and coldest month of the year. In Milos, the weather in January is mostly mild. The island exudes serenity since most establishments do not operate.

The average temperature is 11°C/52°F (maximum 13.3°C/55.9°F | minimum 8.7°C/47.7°F)
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 3.5°C/38.5°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 18.5°C/65°F.
The day lasts 10 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4 hours.
Humidity reaches 73%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 22 kph (14 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 16°C/60.8°F; accordingly, swimming is not recommended.

February

February is the second coldest month in Milos, with the weather being mild.

The average temperature is 11.1°C/52°F (maximum: 13.5°C/56.3°F | minimum 8.7°C/47.7°F).
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature may drop to 3.5°C/38°F.
On the warmest days of the month, the temperature may reach 18.5°C/65.5°F.
The day lasts 11 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5 hours.
Humidity reaches 72%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 24 kph (15mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 15.5°C/59.9°F; accordingly, swimming is not recommended.

March

In March, the first month of spring, the weather starts to change gradually, with the sun appearing a bit more. When the sky is cloudless, the island gets warmed but the sun. Nonetheless, nights are still cold.

The average temperature is 12.8°C/55°F (maximum 15.6°C/60.1°F | minimum 10°C/50°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the first days of March), the temperature may drop to 5.5°C/42°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the last days of March), the temperature may reach 21°C/70°F.
The day lasts 12 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 72%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 22 kph (14 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 15.5°C/59.9°F; accordingly, swimming is not recommended.

April

April can be characterized as the first warm month of the year. For that reason, it is the ideal month for visiting the sights.

The average temperature is 15.8°C/60°F (maximum 19.3°C/66.7°F | minimum 12.3°C/54.1°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the first days of April), the temperature may drop to 8.5°C/47.5°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the last days of April), the temperature may reach 25.5°C/78°F.
The day lasts 13 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 8.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 67%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 22 kph (13 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 16.5°C/61.5°F; accordingly, swimming is not recommended.

May

May is sunny and warm. It is an ideal month to visit Milos (or any other Greek island). The flights have more affordable tickets and the prices of hotels are lower, too. Swimming is also possible - if you don't mind a little coolness!

The average temperature is 20.2°C/68°F (maximum: 24.2°C/75.6°F | minimum: 16.1°C/61°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the first days of May), the temperature may drop to 12.5°C/54°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the last days of May), the temperature may reach 31°C/88°F.
The day lasts 14 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 64%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 21 kph (13 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 18.5°C/65.3°F; accordingly, the waters are quite cool.

June

Summer is here! The weather in June is very pleasant with the sun shining every day. It is a great month to enjoy Milos; its beaches, sights and several activities. The pricing of accommodations and airplane tickets is moderate.

The average temperature is 24.6°C/76°F (maximum 28.7°C/83.7°F | minimum 20.4°C/68.7°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the first days of June), the temperature may drop to 16°C/60.5°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the last days of June), the temperature may reach 35.5°C/95.5°F.
The day lasts 14.5 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11 hours.
Humidity reaches 59%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 23 kph (14 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 22°C/71°F; accordingly, the waters are cool.

July

July is sunny and hot. It is the first of the two most busy months for Milos. If you are visiting the island in July, you will need to book your ferry tickets and accommodation 2-3 months in advance. Because of the large number of visitors, prices increase.

The average temperature is 26.5°C/80°F (maximum 30.4°C/86.7°F | minimum 22.6°C/72.7°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 19.5°C/67.5°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 36.5°C/98°F.
The day lasts 14.5 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 12 hours.
Humidity reaches 74%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 28 kph (17 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 24°C/75°F; accordingly, the waters are warm.

August

August is the hottest month for Milos and most regions across Greece overall. However, the Meltemia winds happen during that month, cooling the island a bit. Most visitors visit Milos in August and, consequently, it is the month when accommodation is at its priciest.

The average temperature is 26.5°C/80°F (maximum 30.2°C/86.4°F | minimum 23°C/73.4°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 21°C/69.5°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 35.5°C/95.5°F.
The day lasts 13.5 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 63%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 29 kph (18 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 25°C/77°F; accordingly, the waters are warm.

September

September is the first month of autumn. The temperature starts to fall, usually at the middle or end of the month. The sea remains ideal for swimming as the waters have absorbed the warmth of the sunlight. It is totally recommended to visit Milos during this month.

The average temperature is 23.9°C/75°F (maximum 27.3°C/81.1°F | minimum 20.5°C/68.9°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 17°C/63°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 33.5°C/92°F.
The day lasts 12.5 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 66%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 23 kph (15 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 24°C/75.5°F; accordingly, the waters are cool to warm.

October

During October, the climate starts to chill but the weather can still be considered warm. 

The average temperature is 20.2°C/68°F (maximum 23.1°C/73.6°F | minimum 17.2°C/63°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the last days of October), the temperature may drop to 13°C/56°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the first days of October), the temperature may reach 28.5°C/83°F.
The day lasts 11 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 7.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 71%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 23 kph (14 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 22°C/72°F; accordingly, the waters are cool.

November

November in Milos is very mild. Just before winter, the sky becomes more cloudy and the climate cools down.

The average temperature is 16°C/61°F (maximum 18.5°C/65.3°F | minimum 13.4°C/56.1°F).
On the coldest nights (mainly on the last days of November), the temperature may drop to 9°C/48°F.
On the warmest days (mainly on the first days of November), the temperature may reach 23.5°C/74.5°F.
The day lasts 10 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 74%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 22 kph (13 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 19.5°C/67.5°F; accordingly, the waters are quite cool.

December

December is the first month of winter. The weather has cooled down and rainy days occur, too.

The average temperature is 12.5°C/54°F (maximum 14.7°C/58.5°F | minimum 10.3°C/50.5°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 5°C/41°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 19.5°C/67.5°F.
The day lasts 9.5 hours on average.
The sunshine lasts approximately 3.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 73%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 22 kph (14 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 17.5°C/63.5°F; accordingly, swimming is not recommended.

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