Skiathos travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Skiathos with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Skiathos.

Skiathos travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Skiathos with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Skiathos - quick facts
Flight time✝ 3.5 hours
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Greek
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Skiathos?

Considering a holiday to the Skiathos? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or nightlife to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Beach babes - beaches
    Beaches
  • Night owls - nightlife
    Nightlife

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Skiathos weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
50°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Skiathos Town50
54°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Skiathos Town54
57°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Skiathos Town57
64°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Skiathos Town64
73°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Skiathos Town73
82°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Skiathos Town82
86°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Skiathos Town86
84°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Skiathos Town84
79°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Skiathos Town79
70°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Skiathos Town70
61°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Skiathos Town61
54°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Skiathos Town54
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
9 days with some rainfall in January in Skiathos Town9
9 days with some rainfall in February in Skiathos Town9
9 days with some rainfall in March in Skiathos Town9
9 days with some rainfall in April in Skiathos Town9
8 days with some rainfall in May in Skiathos Town8
5 days with some rainfall in June in Skiathos Town5
4 days with some rainfall in July in Skiathos Town4
3 days with some rainfall in August in Skiathos Town3
3 days with some rainfall in September in Skiathos Town3
7 days with some rainfall in October in Skiathos Town7
10 days with some rainfall in November in Skiathos Town10
10 days with some rainfall in December in Skiathos Town10
Sea temperature °F
57°F sea temperature in January in Skiathos Town57
55°F sea temperature in February in Skiathos Town55
55°F sea temperature in March in Skiathos Town55
57°F sea temperature in April in Skiathos Town57
64°F sea temperature in May in Skiathos Town64
72°F sea temperature in June in Skiathos Town72
77°F sea temperature in July in Skiathos Town77
79°F sea temperature in August in Skiathos Town79
75°F sea temperature in September in Skiathos Town75
70°F sea temperature in October in Skiathos Town70
64°F sea temperature in November in Skiathos Town64
59°F sea temperature in December in Skiathos Town59

The Skiathos weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Skiathos Town.

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Skiathos travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Skiathos from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Skiathos.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Skiathos travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Skiathos with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Skiathos, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Skiathos FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Skiathos including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the flight time to Skiathos from the UK?

The flight time to Skiathos from the UK is typically 3.5 hours.

Flights to Skiathos

What is the time difference between Skiathos and the UK?

The time difference between Skiathos and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Skiathos?

The main language spoken in Skiathos is Greek.

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What is the currency in Skiathos?

The currency in Skiathos is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Skiathos?

Skiathos uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Skiathos?

They drive on the right side of the road in Skiathos.

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