Greece in August
Everything is at maximum: prices, ferry queues, temperatures, and the odds of a wind cancellation rearranging your itinerary.
Is August a good time to visit Greece?
August is one of the busiest months in Greece, averaging 88/100. If your dates can move, January is far quieter.
What closes and what fills up in August
- Dormition of the Virgin, 15 August — the heaviest domestic travel date of the year
Greece city by city in August
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How August compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is August a good month to visit Greece?
August is one of the busiest months in Greece, averaging 88/100. If your dates can move, January is far quieter.
How busy is Greece in August?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Greece sits near 88/100 in August. The calmest of them is Athens.
What is the weather like in Greece in August?
Expect average highs near 32°C and lows near 24°C, with roughly 1 wet days — though Greece varies by region.