Greece Weather in April

Season: spring
In short: large temperature difference, little rainfall, occasional extreme weather

Fortress of Palamidi, Nafplio

Entering April, the weather is getting warmer in Greece as a whole. There is a large temperature difference between day and night. At noon, the temperature of most regions can reach around 20℃ (68℉); at night, it may drop by 10℃ (50℉). Often, it is relatively cold on rainy days and warm on sunny days. On Greek islands, there are always strong winds, making the temperature of coastal areas a little lower than that of inland cities. In April, the precipitation is decreasing, with a rainfall of 36mm (1.4in) on 10 rainy days on average, while sunlight is increasing, with 9-hour sunshine per day.

Besides, Greece can sometimes be hit by sandstorms from Africa in April, which bring large amounts of dust of Sahara desert and cause highly rising temperatures. Heavy rains and hail occasionally occur in parts of the country in April, too.

The coldest cities in Greece in April:
Olympia: 9-20℃ (48.2-68℉); Thessaloniki: 9-19℃ (48.2-68℉)
The warmest cities in Greece in April:
Santorini & Rhodes: 14-20℃ (57.2-68℉)

What to Wear & Pack

During the day, lightweight clothing such as shirt, jeans and long dress are advised. But in early morning and evening, it is recommended to wear thin sweater or trench coat to keep warm; the same applies to cold rainy days. Traveling to islands, windbreaker or leather jacket is needed, and you can prepare breathable and comfortable shoes like casual shoes or sneakers for long time walking. Besides, you need to pack sun protection items because the ultraviolet rays will be strong.

In this month, dust weather usually leads to a sharp increase in various suspended particles in the air, so please remember to wear masks when going outside.

Where to Go & What to Do

Tourism Rate: 

April, with mild climate condition, is one of the ideal times to visit Greece, especially for tourists looking to beat the hot weather and tourist crowds in high season. You can enjoy various natural scenes and human landscapes in this country at a leisurely pace. 

Crete

Crete is the largest island in Greece. Traveling to this island, you can visit Cnossus, a relic of Minoan Civilization, admire ancient artifacts and frescoes in Heraklion Archaeological Museum and learn about mythological stories of ancient Greece. You can also go hiking in Samaria Gorge, one of the longest gorges in Europe. Elafonissi Beach, famous for its unique pink sand is also worth visiting. If you want to relax yourself, Rethymnon Old Town will be a good choice where you can explore old alleys and landmarks, dine in traditional taverns and shop for local souvenirs.

Mediterranean Islands of Greece

Archaeological Site of Delphi

Delphi, once the oldest religious center in Greece, boasts many remains of temples, altars, columns, statues, theaters, etc. It is the “Center of the World” in ancient Greek mythology. The relics of the Temple of Apollo and Temple of Athena Nike are the most attracting in this area. You can also have a visit to Delphi Archaeological Museum, the Ancient Theater and Ancient Sports Ground. Visiting the site, you will have a deeper understanding of the history of ancient Greece.

Ruins of Temple of Apollo, Delphi

Greek Easter on April 20, 2025

Greeks celebrates Easter every year to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus. At that time, family members gather to enjoy traditional food such as the roast lamb and sweet bread and participate in local celebrations. Easter is celebrated in different ways on different islands. In Santorini, people decorate the whole village with lighted candles and tin cans; in Naxos, people light bonfire and sing and dance to the ringing of celebratory bells; in Corfu, people decorate their balconies with red flags and throw “botides” (large clay pots) into the street to smash them.  

It is a festival celebrated all over Greece, so you can enjoy the festive atmosphere anywhere in the country. You can watch their celebrations and taste Greek delicacies. It is worth mentioning that some attractions in Greece are free of charge on Easter.

Weather of Major Greece Cities in April

City	Temp	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Athens	13 - 21℃ (55.4 - 69.8℉)	25.2	56	6:30 - 7:11 / 19:47 - 20:14
Santorini	14 - 20℃ (57.2 - 68℉)	21.7	65	6:26 - 7:05 / 19:39 - 20:04
Patra	10 - 20℃ (50 - 68℉)	23.1	72	6:38 - 7:18 / 19:55 - 20:23
Delphi	13 - 21℃ (55.4 - 69.8℉)	25.2	56	6:29 - 7:10 / 19:47 - 20:15
Olympia	9 - 20℃ (48.2 - 68℉)	37.5	73	6:39 - 7:19 / 19:55 - 20:22
Crete	12 - 20℃ (53.6 - 68℉)	24.8	67	6:30 - 7:07 / 19:41 - 20:05
Rhodes	14 - 20℃ (57.2 - 68℉)	24.3	72	6:15 - 6:53 / 19:28 - 19:53
Mykonos	12 - 20℃ (53.6 - 68℉)	18.3	64	6:25 - 7:04 / 19:40 - 20:07
Corfu	11 - 20℃ (51.8 - 68℉)	58.9	74	6:42 - 7:25 / 20:03 - 20:32
Thessaloniki	9 - 19℃ (48.2 - 68℉)	34.5	67	6:28 - 7:12 / 19:52 - 20:22
Zakynthos	12 - 21℃ (53.6 - 69.8℉)	23.6	69	6:42 - 7:22 / 19:58 - 20:25
Meteora	13 - 21℃ (55.4 - 69.8℉)	25.2	56	6:29 - 7:10 / 19:47 - 20:14