Monthly climate guide
Halkidiki weather in December
Expect cool weather in Halkidiki in December: afternoons reach about 13°C (55°F), while nights drop to around 11°C (51°F). Around 74 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- It's wetter than a typical month in Halkidiki — roughly 60% more rain than average.
- December is among Halkidiki's three coolest months.
- Days and nights are close, only about 2°C apart.
- Halkidiki is usually about 2°C warmer than Thessaloniki, 70 km away, in December.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
11°C
51°F
Rainfall
74 mm
some rain
Humidity
74%
relative
Sky
63%
cloud · often cloudy
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 December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December 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 December
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Halkidiki in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Halkidiki?
December is cool in Halkidiki, with highs around 13°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Halkidiki in December?
Average highs are about 13°C (55°F) and average lows about 11°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Halkidiki in December?
Halkidiki typically gets around 74 mm of rain in December — some rain. It's usually the wettest 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.