Rhodes holidays

Rhodes, the gateway to the Dodecanese islands in the southeast corner of the Aegean, claims to be the sunniest of the Greek islands and its 'summer season' extends well into October.

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Top Rhodes destinations

Below are the temperatures expected today at popular destinations in Rhodes. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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Rhodes live weather

Check out the Rhodes live weather and compare with the average conditions for this time of the year.

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The weather guide for Rhodes (Rhodes Town) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is the best time to go to Rhodes?

The best time to go to Rhodes (Rhodes Town) is May and September based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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31
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Rhodes weather overview

The sea around Rhodes stays warm enough to swim in until early November but winter, when it comes, is sharp, bringing a rapid rise in winds and fall in temperature.

The temple of Athena at Lindos, Rhodes © Panos - Fotolia.com

Although the climate is still fairly mild in the winter, the strong winds bring a chill to the air and, even in the height of summer, their ferocity can be annoying to beach-bound holidaymakers, although they do make this one of the most popular Greek islands for sailors.

What to pack for Rhodes weather

Light clothing with a windcheater for blustery days is fine in the summer months. Take warmer clothing if you are travelling later in the year or in early spring.

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Which is the hottest month in Rhodes?

The hottest time of year in Rhodes Town, Rhodes is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Rhodes?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Rhodes Town, Rhodes with 168mm on average. There are normally 14 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Rhodes?

The sunniest time of year in Rhodes Town, Rhodes is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 97% of daylight hours; that's 14 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Rhodes?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rhodes Town, Rhodes in August when the water temperature reaches 27°C.

Compare Rhodes weather with the USA

Below the Rhodes weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Rhodes, Greece (Rhodes Town) and the USA (Washington).

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