Monthly climate guide
Halkidiki weather in August
Expect hot weather in Halkidiki in August: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 25°C (78°F). Around 18 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 4°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Plan Mount Athos for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
- In Halkidiki, August is late summer.
- Rain is well below Halkidiki's usual level (around 61% less).
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
August is typically Halkidiki's warmest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
25°C
78°F
Rainfall
18 mm
very dry
Humidity
61%
relative
Sky
25%
cloud · mostly sunny
Halkidiki weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C / 53°F | 9°C / 48°F | 61 mm | 75% | 67% |
| February | 12°C / 54°F | 10°C / 49°F | 54 mm | 77% | 69% |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 11°C / 51°F | 65 mm | 76% | 61% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 13°C / 56°F | 33 mm | 73% | 54% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 18°C / 64°F | 37 mm | 72% | 56% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 22°C / 72°F | 38 mm | 66% | 42% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 26 mm | 63% | 25% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 78°F | 18 mm | 61% | 25% |
| September | 25°C / 78°F | 22°C / 72°F | 46 mm | 65% | 37% |
| October | 20°C / 69°F | 18°C / 64°F | 45 mm | 71% | 50% |
| November | 16°C / 62°F | 14°C / 58°F | 59 mm | 75% | 64% |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 11°C / 51°F | 74 mm | 74% | 63% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Halkidiki?
Our Halkidiki guide recommends: June and September for warm sea and quieter beaches; July and August are busiest.
Sithonia's beaches are quieter than Kassandra's; stay there if you want space.
Best time to visit Halkidiki →Other Greece cities in August
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Halkidiki in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Halkidiki?
August is a reasonable time for Halkidiki: highs around 29°C and about 18 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Halkidiki in August?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 25°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Halkidiki in August?
Halkidiki typically gets around 18 mm of rain in August — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Halkidiki?
June and September for warm sea and quieter beaches; July and August are busiest.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Halkidiki (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.