Greece

Greece in February

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Carnival gives the mainland its liveliest winter weeks, while the Aegean stays cold, windy and largely closed for business.

Is February a good time to visit Greece?

February is one of the better months across Greece, with crowds averaging 31/100 and typical highs near 14°C.

What closes and what fills up in February

  • Apokries carnival season, movable
  • Clean Monday in some years (movable)

Greece city by city in February

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City Crowd High Wet days
Santorini 22 14°C 10
Athens 40 14°C 8

How February compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is February a good month to visit Greece?

February is one of the better months across Greece, with crowds averaging 31/100 and typical highs near 14°C.

How busy is Greece in February?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Greece sits near 31/100 in February. The calmest of them is Santorini.

What is the weather like in Greece in February?

Expect average highs near 14°C and lows near 8°C, with roughly 9 wet days — though Greece varies by region.

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