Greece

Greece in September

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

The sea is at its warmest of the year exactly as the crowds go home, which makes September the strongest month on the Greek calendar.

Is September a good time to visit Greece?

September sits mid-range in Greece — around 78/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

What closes and what fills up in September

  • Schools return in the second week

Greece city by city in September

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

City Crowd High Wet days
Athens 78 29°C 3
Santorini 78 26°C 2

How September compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is September a good month to visit Greece?

September sits mid-range in Greece — around 78/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is Greece in September?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Greece sits near 78/100 in September. The calmest of them is Athens.

What is the weather like in Greece in September?

Expect average highs near 28°C and lows near 20°C, with roughly 3 wet days — though Greece varies by region.

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