Rhodes Weather

Rhodes has a warm islandlike climate! Its sky-high temperatures during the summertime are a common occurrence amongst Greek islands, while the winter season in Rhodes is mildly cold, humid, and rainy.

Rhodes presents high temperatures throughout the high season, with its hot and dry climate reaching its peak in July and August. On the contrary, wintertime is a little chilly, characterized by plenty of rainfall and strong winds.
Given its long coastline, there are endless seashore destinations around Rhodes, with water temperatures remaining quite high between spring and autumn!

Since Rhodes is an island with over 125,000 permanent residents, you can visit it at any point throughout the year, though it is best to come during the summer. However, people who seek a relaxing holiday can also reach Rhodes in the off-season months!

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

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

 

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

The first year of the month, January is the coldest month of the year, with mild to cold temperatures, limited sunshine hours, and rainfalls.

The average temperature is 13°C/55.5°F (maximum 15.7°C/60.3°F | minimum 10.6°C/51.1°F)
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 2.7°C/37°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 21.1°C/70°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4.4 hours.
Humidity reaches 70%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11.5 kph (7.1 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 18°C/64.4°F; hence, the waters are quite cool.

February is slightly warmer, with rainfalls and humidity still being heavily present.

The average temperature is 13.4°C/56.1°F (maximum: 16.3°C/61.3°F | minimum 10.8°C/51.4°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 4°C/39°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 21.1°C/70°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5.2 hours.
Humidity reaches 70%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 12.4 kph (7.7 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 17°C/62.6°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

This month is a bridge between the colder days of winter and the warmth of the summertime, with less rain and average land temperatures.

The average temperature is 14.4°C/57.9°F (maximum 17.3°C/63.1°F | minimum 11.6°C/53°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 2.8°C/37°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 25°C/77°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6.8 hours.
Humidity reaches 69%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 13.7 kph (8.5 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 17.2°C/63°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

The sea waters of April are still on the cold side, though land temperatures of Rhodes rise, warming up the island!

The average temperature is 17.4°C/63.4°F (maximum 20.7°C/69.3°F | minimum 14.5°C/58.2°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 7.8°C/46°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 27.8°C/82°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 8.7 hours.
Humidity reaches 66%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 15.3 kph (9.5 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 17.7°C/63.9°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

Signaling the unofficial start of the summer season, May is excellent for people who want a warm climate and less crowded vacation.

The average temperature is 21.3°C/70.4°F (maximum: 24.9°C/76.9°F | minimum: 18.3°C/64.9°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 13.9°C/57°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 35°C/95°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 10.1 hours.
Humidity reaches 64%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 15.9 kph (9.9 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 20.2°C/68.4°F; hence, the waters are a bit cool.

Rhodes gets quite warmer during June, while it also starts to receive several tourists from abroad.

The average temperature is 25°C/76.9°F (maximum 28.1°C/82.7°F | minimum 22.2°C/71.9°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 13.9°C/57°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 37.8°C/100°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11.6 hours.
Humidity reaches 57%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 17.6 kph (11 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 23.5°C/74.3°F; hence, the waters are warm.

July is one of the two warmest months of the year, with Rhodes' land reaching really hot temperatures, and sea waters being very warm!

The average temperature is 28.1°C/82.5°F (maximum 31.5°C/88.6°F | minimum 25.1°C/77.1°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 22.2°C/72°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 37.8°C/100°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 12.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 57%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 19.2 kph (11.9 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 26°C/78.8°F; hence, the waters are very warm.

August is always fully booked with high prices for all hotel units, given that the weather is very warm and people enjoy the bright sun of Rhodes! Also, the sea waters are at their warmest of the year! If you plan on visiting in August, do not forget to book your hotel of preference and your ferry tickets months in advance.

The average temperature is 28.3°C/83°F (maximum 31.3°C/88.4°F | minimum 25.6°C/78.1°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 22.8°C/73°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 38.9°C/102°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 12.2 hours.
Humidity reaches 59%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 19.6 kph (12.2 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 27.3°C/81.1°F; hence, the waters are at their very warmest.

September is the perfect combination of lower accommodation prices and very warm weather! It is a fantastic chance to visit the beaches or just relax in your town and village of choice!

The average temperature is 26.3°C/79.3°F (maximum 29.3°C/84.7°F | minimum 23.7°C/74.7°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 17.2°C/63°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 32.8°C/91°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 10.7 hours.
Humidity reaches 61%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 17.3 kph (10.8 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 26.8°C/80.2°F; hence, the waters remain very warm.

In October it is still warm, though most tourist-focused amenities gradually shut down for the season.

The average temperature is 22.8°C/73.1°F (maximum 25.9°C/78.6°F | minimum 20.2°C/68.4°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 17.2°C/63°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 32.2°C/90°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 7.9 hours.
Humidity reaches 67%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11 kph (6.8 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 24°C/75.2°F; hence, the waters are warm.

November has an increased chance of rainfalls, while its land ambiance remains warm.

The average temperature is 19.1°C/66.5°F (maximum 22°C/71.7°F | minimum 16.6°C/61.8°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 8.9°C/48°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 27.8°C/82°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6.3 hours.
Humidity reaches 72%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.6 kph (6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 21°C/69.8°F; hence, the waters are a little on the cold side.

Rhodes in December is fine for permanent residents, with a mild cold and fewer hours of sunshine per day.

The average temperature is 15.6°C/60.1°F (maximum 18.2°C/64.7°F | minimum 13.2°C/55.8°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 7.8°C/46°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 22.2°C/72°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4.3 hours.
Humidity reaches 72%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.6 kph (6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 18.9°C/66°F; hence, the waters are still cold.