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When should you visit Mykonos?
Mykonos runs on a short season. Most hotels, beach clubs and restaurants open from about May to October, and July and August are the busiest and most expensive months, with strong meltemi winds. In winter much of the island closes. June and September are the sweet spot: warm, open and calmer. Here is how all twelve months compare for weather, crowds, prices and events.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
My recommendation
June & September
June and September have warm, sunny weather, everything open and lower prices than July and August. The sea is warmest in September.
Best for nightlife
July–August
Peak season, with the island's full party calendar.
Best for swimming
August–September
The warmest sea of the year.
Best value
May & October
Open but cheaper, with cooler water.
Least crowded
November–April
Very quiet, with most places closed.
June scores
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What to know before you book
- Meltemi wind
- Strong northerly winds can rough up the sea and cancel boats. Use south-coast beaches.
- Peak prices
- Hotel and beach club prices are at their highest. Book early.
- Winter closures
- Most hotels, restaurants and beach clubs close, and ferries are reduced.
July–August
July–August
November–April
Mykonos travel tip
Watch the wind, not just the forecast. When the meltemi blows from the north, head for the sheltered beaches on the south coast. Walk Little Venice and the windmills after the cruise passengers leave in the evening.
Month by month
All twelve months, at a glance
Tap any month for full scores, temperatures and planning notes.
- Temperature
- 11–15°C
- Mild, windy and wet.
- Crowds
- Low
- Very quiet.
- Prices
- €
- Low rates where open.
Stay in Mykonos Town, where some places stay open.
- Quiet
- Walking
- Temperature
- 11–15°C
- Mild and windy, with rain.
- Crowds
- Low
- Very quiet.
- Prices
- €
- Low rates where open.
Check ferry timetables; winter sailings are limited.
- Quiet
- Photography
- Temperature
- 12–16°C
- Mild and changeable.
- Crowds
- Low
- Very quiet.
- Prices
- €
- Low rates.
Walk to the windmills and Little Venice in the morning.
- Walking
- Quiet
- Temperature
- 15–19°C
- Mild and mostly sunny.
- Crowds
- Low–Moderate
- Quiet, busier around Greek Easter.
- Prices
- €€
- Good value.
Check the Greek Easter date, which differs from Western Easter.
- Walking
- Culture
- Temperature
- 18–23°C
- Warm and sunny.
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- €€
- Good value for the season.
Take a day trip to Delos while it is still cool.
- Beach
- Walking
- Temperature
- 22–26°C
- Warm and sunny.
- Crowds
- Moderate–High
- Busy.
- Prices
- €€€
- Mid-to-high rates.
Book beach club beds ahead on weekends.
- Beach
- Nightlife
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Hot and sunny, with strong meltemi winds.
- Crowds
- Very High
- Peak crowds.
- Prices
- €€€€
- Peak rates.
Pick a south-coast beach when the meltemi blows.
- Nightlife
- Beach
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Hot, sunny and windy.
- Crowds
- Very High
- Peak crowds.
- Prices
- €€€€
- Peak rates.
Book everything well ahead, including transfers.
- Nightlife
- Beach
- Temperature
- 22–26°C
- Warm and sunny, with lighter winds.
- Crowds
- Moderate–High
- Busy early, calmer later.
- Prices
- €€€
- Rates fall after early September.
Late September is the calmest time to find a good beach spot.
- Beach
- Swimming
- Temperature
- 19–22°C
- Warm, with more wind and rain later.
- Crowds
- Low–Moderate
- Quiet.
- Prices
- €€
- Good value.
Go in early October, before many places close.
- Value
- Walking
- Temperature
- 16–19°C
- Mild, with rain and wind.
- Crowds
- Low
- Very quiet.
- Prices
- €
- Low rates where open.
Confirm your ferry and hotel are running.
- Quiet
- Walking
- Temperature
- 13–16°C
- Mild, windy and wet.
- Crowds
- Low
- Very quiet.
- Prices
- €
- Low rates where open.
Stay in town, near the few places that stay open.
- Quiet
- Holidays
Climate
Mykonos weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 52°F | 66 mm |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 52°F | 58 mm |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 12°C / 54°F | 34 mm |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 15°C / 59°F | 19 mm |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 18°C / 64°F | 6 mm |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 22°C / 72°F | 4 mm |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 0 mm |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 1 mm |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 22°C / 72°F | 10 mm |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 19°C / 66°F | 24 mm |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 16°C / 61°F | 34 mm |
| December | 16°C / 61°F | 13°C / 55°F | 55 mm |
Climate data: National Observatory of Athens monthly bulletins (Mykonos). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.
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FAQ
Planning a trip to Mykonos
What is the best month to visit Mykonos?
June and September have warm weather, everything open and fewer crowds than midsummer.
Is Mykonos open in winter?
Only partly. Most hotels, restaurants and beach clubs close from about November to April.