Peloponnese · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonGreece · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 16° (61°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)39 (102) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)38 (100) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 17° (63°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 20° (68°) | 22° (72°) | 25° (77°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d102mm (4.0") | 6d59mm (2.3") | 5d50mm (2.0") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 3d22mm (0.9") | 2d36mm (1.4") | 1d22mm (0.9") | 2d27mm (1.1") | 4d71mm (2.8") | 4d55mm (2.2") | 8d110mm (4.3") | 8d104mm (4.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Peloponnese — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 33°C (91°F).
Daytime highs average 33°C (91°F), cooling to 20°C (68°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 27 mm (1.1 in) total. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
High summer at 30 to 33°C (86 to 91°F) and almost no rain. The coasts around Nafplio, Kalamata and Kyparissia in the west fill up, but the peninsula is large enough that an empty bay is always within reach.
Events & Festivals
- Dekapentavgoustos (Dormition of the Virgin)15 August
The holiday fills the peninsula's villages with families come home. In the Mani and Arcadia the liturgy is followed by village feasts that often run until morning — the most authentic time of year, and the busiest.
Packing list for Peloponnese in August
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Peloponnese?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Peloponnese (Climate Score: 88/100). High temperatures (33°C (91°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Peloponnese in August?
- In August, Peloponnese sees daily highs of 33°C (91°F). Nights cool to 20°C (68°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Peloponnese in August?
- In August, Peloponnese receives an average of 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Peloponnese get in August?
- Peloponnese averages 9 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Peloponnese in August?
- Water temperature in Peloponnese in August averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
