Zakynthos (Greece) weather - Met Office (2024)

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meteo.gr and timeanddate.com are two sites I've checked out whilst actually staying in Greece and they've proved to be the most accurate. But, only take note of forecasts 2/3 days before travel for a realistic outlook of what the weather might be like over the coming few days.

Zakynthos town has a mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters. If you enjoy hot perfect sunny days the best time to visit Zakynthos town is between June and September. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 34 C and an average low of 20 C.

Zante has an enviable Mediterranean climate with dry hot summers and mild wet winters.

Bigger islands like Crete and Corfu are more likely to stay open all year round. Corfu and the other Ionian islands (including Paxos and Kefalonia) see maximum daytime temperatures of 13-14ºC and you will still get an average of 4 hours sunshine each day.

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Day outfits are just shorts, skirts or a simple day dress. Something light and easy to pack so you can cover up sometimes (because sunburn is not an attractive sight). Then it's the nightwear.

Located off the Mediterranean coast and part of the Ionian islands, Zakynthos is widely known for its outrageous turquoise waters, rocky bluffs, lush pine, and olive tree landscape, and one of the most famous beaches in the world. For years, Zakynthos was known as a popular British destination for late-night revelers.

You'll find sweet relief from the intense heat of Zante's summer from May to June, with sea temperatures of between 23-25°c. The sea heats up later in the season and can feel like swimming in a warm bath, with temperatures hitting a peak of 26°c in August.

Unlike many Greek Islands Zante does not have a water problem but the tap water does have a high mineral content so although safe you may find it preferable to drink bottled water. Always ensure you wear a high factor sun cream and, if possible, stay out of the sun between noon and 3pm, especially in the summer.

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The Ionian island goes by both names – Zakynthos, which is its Greek name, and Zante, its name in Italian. It was first mentioned as Zakynthos thousands of years ago in Homer's epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey.

GENERAL. We would say a £100 per day budget should be enough for you provided that you book your events online before you get to Zante. Your food if you're self-catering for the day should be £30 give or take.

meteo.gr and timeanddate.com are two sites I've checked out whilst actually staying in Greece and they've proved to be the most accurate. But, only take note of forecasts 2/3 days before travel for a realistic outlook of what the weather might be like over the coming few days.

Why visit Naxos in the summer? Many of the islands in Greece become very hot in the summer, but due to its location and the ocean breezes, Naxos manages to stay just a touch cooler than many of the other islands.

The European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model is another global numerical weather prediction model that is highly regarded for its accuracy.

Greece has a mild Mediterranean climate with hot, balmy summers and cold, wet winters. On the mainland, summer temps can climb to a stifling 90-98°F, so you'll typically find both locals and tourists seeking refuge and a cool breeze on the Greek islands between June and August.