Chalkidiki · April
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 10° (50°)3– (37–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)18– (64–)31 (88) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)33 (91) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-5– (23–)9 (48) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)11 (52) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d34mm (1.3") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 6d45mm (1.8") | 4d34mm (1.4") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 4d44mm (1.7") | 2d30mm (1.2") | 2d27mm (1.0") | 4d47mm (1.8") | 4d43mm (1.7") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 5d53mm (2.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Chalkidiki at 20°C (68°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 34 mm (1.3 in) total. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Kassandra and Sithonia turn green, the pine forests run down to the water, and the coast roads are clear. From May, at 25°C (77°F) air and 19°C (66°F) water, the season starts cautiously.
Packing list for Chalkidiki in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Chalkidiki?
- April is not an optimal month for Chalkidiki (Score: 64/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Chalkidiki in April?
- In April, Chalkidiki sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Chalkidiki in April?
- In April, Chalkidiki receives an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Chalkidiki get in April?
- Chalkidiki averages 8 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Chalkidiki in April?
- Water temperature in Chalkidiki in April averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
