Thessaloniki · April
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 16° (60°) | 20° (68°) | 26° (78°) | 31° (87°) | 33° (92°) | 33° (91°) | 28° (82°) | 22° (71°) | 17° (62°) | 12° (54°) |
MINMIN | 3° (36°) | 4° (39°) | 6° (43°) | 10° (49°) | 14° (58°) | 20° (67°) | 22° (71°) | 22° (71°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (47°) | 4° (40°) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 4 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 11° (51°) | 11° (51°) | 13° (54°) | 16° (60°) | 20° (68°) | 25° (77°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 27° (80°) | 23° (72°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (56°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d38mm (1.5") | 4d34mm (1.3") | 6d47mm (1.8") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 4d46mm (1.8") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 2d30mm (1.2") | 2d25mm (1.0") | 4d43mm (1.7") | 4d46mm (1.8") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 5d53mm (2.1") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Thessaloniki 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 temperatures reach up to 20°C (68°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 35 mm (1.4 in) total. At 15°C (59°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 at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki?
- April is not an optimal month for Thessaloniki (Score: 64/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Thessaloniki in April?
- In April, Thessaloniki sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F).
- How much rain falls in Thessaloniki in April?
- In April, Thessaloniki receives an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Thessaloniki get in April?
- Thessaloniki averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Thessaloniki in April?
- Water temperature in Thessaloniki in April averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
