Zakynthos · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonGreece · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 15° (59°)19° (66°) | 16° (61°)19° (66°) | 17° (63°)21° (70°) | 21° (70°)26° (79°) | 25° (77°)31° (88°) | 30° (86°)36° (97°) | 34° (93°)38° (100°) | 34° (93°)37° (99°) | 29° (84°)33° (91°) | 24° (75°)28° (82°) | 20° (68°)25° (77°) | 17° (63°)20° (68°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 6° (43°)-1° (30°) | 7° (45°)-1° (30°) | 8° (46°)3° (37°) | 11° (52°)6° (43°) | 14° (57°)9° (48°) | 18° (64°)13° (55°) | 21° (70°)18° (64°) | 22° (72°)18° (64°) | 19° (66°)14° (57°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 11° (52°)5° (41°) | 8° (46°)1° (34°) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 12h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 17° (63°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 20° (68°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 21° (70°) | 19° (66°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d118mm (4.6") | 7d72mm (2.8") | 6d57mm (2.3") | 3d27mm (1.1") | 1d13mm (0.5") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 3d53mm (2.1") | 5d89mm (3.5") | 8d138mm (5.4") | 9d131mm (5.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Zakynthos — with 13 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 34°C (93°F).
Daytime highs average 34°C (93°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F). With 13 sunshine hours per day, July is one of the sunniest months — 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. The water is a warm 26°C (79°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in July are ideal.
Peak season: tourist boats call at Navagio beach every day, Laganas is loud at night and Tsilivi lively. Go early in the morning for the shipwreck photo without boats.
Packing list for Zakynthos in July
- Airy linen or cotton clothing
- Light evening wear
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Zakynthos?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Zakynthos (Climate Score: 98/100). High temperatures (34°C (93°F)), good sunshine (13 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Zakynthos in July?
- In July, Zakynthos sees daily highs of 34°C (93°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F).
- How much rain falls in Zakynthos in July?
- In July, Zakynthos receives an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Zakynthos get in July?
- Zakynthos averages 13 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Zakynthos in July?
- Water temperature in Zakynthos in July averages 26°C (79°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
