Best time to visit Rhodes
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart recolours live for your heat & sea limits 27°C · sea 29°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Default 29 °C is the Beach Climate Index "bathtub" line (Morgan et al.) — where the sea stops being refreshing and starts feeling like a warm bath.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Rhodes
16 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Rhodes).
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Makarounas Fishing Boat Trip with swimming stop and BBQ on board - 2
Athens cruise: Agistri, Moni/Metopi, Aegina with lunch & drinks - 3
Rhodes Day Cruise (with lunch & unlimited drinks) 5,5 Hours - 4
Rhodes Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide - 5
1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Rhodes - 6
4x4 Buggy Adventures - Off-road Polaris Experience - 7
3-Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner all Inclusive - 8
Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos - 9
Hippo Classic Ride With Swim - 10
Private daily Cruise or Sunset for Swimming Max 15 persons - 11
Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet - 12
From Rhodes: Easy Morning Transfer to Lindos & 4 Hours Free Time - 13
Sun & Sea All Inclusive 3 Hour Swimming Cruise (WITH PICK UP SERVICE) - 14
Rhodes Bay to Bay Swim Cruise-Greek Buffet w/wine included - 15
Flying Dress Photoshoot in Rhodes - 16
From Rhodes: Lindos Evening Escape & 4 Hours Free Time
Last refreshed 2026-05-30.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Rhodes (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Rhodes's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11–16 | 12 | 11 | 130 | 11.8 | 62% | 23 | 184 | 2 | Quiet | 7 |
| Feb | 11–16 | 13 | 7 | 78 | 11.1 | 59% | 23 | 195 | 3 | Quiet | 8 |
| Mar | 12–17 | 14 | 7 | 91 | 13.0 | 57% | 24 | 235 | 4 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 15–21 | 19 | 4 | 38 | 9.5 | 53% | 24 | 251 | 6 | Quiet | 10 |
| May | 18–26 | 24 | 3 | 33 | 11.0 | 47% | 23 | 302 | 7 | Quiet | 10 |
| Jun | 22–30 | 29 | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 45% | 24 | 311 | 9 | Moderate | 9 |
| Jul | 25–34 | 34 | 0 | 2 | — | 37% | 23 | 322 | 10 | Busy | 5 |
| Aug | 26–33 | 34 | 0 | 4 | — | 43% | 24 | 298 | 9 | Peak | 5 |
| Sep | 24–30 | 30 | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 44% | 23 | 267 | 7 | Moderate | 8 |
| Oct | 20–26 | 26 | 3 | 34 | 11.3 | 50% | 18 | 237 | 5 | Quiet | 10 |
| Nov | 16–21 | 20 | 6 | 80 | 13.3 | 57% | 19 | 200 | 3 | Quiet | 9 |
| Dec | 13–18 | 16 | 11 | 156 | 14.2 | 67% | 21 | 189 | 2 | Quiet | 7 |
UV Index in Rhodes by Month
UV index in Rhodes peaks at 10 (very high) in July, dropping to 2 (low) in January. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
October
10/1020–26°C · 3 rain days (34h) · 237 sun hours · 50% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 6 (high)
May
10/1018–26°C (feels 24°C) · 3 rain days (33h) · 302 sun hours · 47% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
April
10/1015–21°C (feels 19°C) · 4 rain days (38h) · 251 sun hours · 53% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (high)
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January
7/1011–16°C (feels 12°C) · 11 rain days (130h) · 184 sun hours · 62% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
February
8/1011–16°C (feels 13°C) · 7 rain days (78h) · 195 sun hours · 59% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
March
8/1012–17°C (feels 14°C) · 7 rain days (91h) · 235 sun hours · 57% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
June
9/1022–30°C · 1 rain days (15h) · 311 sun hours · 45% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 9 (very high)
July
5/1025–34°C · 0 rain days (2h) · 322 sun hours · 37% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 10 (very high)
August
5/1026–33°C · 0 rain days (4h) · 298 sun hours · 43% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high)
September
8/1024–30°C · 1 rain days (10h) · 267 sun hours · 44% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 7 (high)
November
9/1016–21°C (feels 20°C) · 6 rain days (80h) · 200 sun hours · 57% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 3 (moderate)
December
7/1013–18°C (feels 16°C) · 11 rain days (156h) · 189 sun hours · 67% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Rhodes
When is the best time to visit Rhodes?
October is the highest-scoring month (10/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 20–26°C (3 rainy days). The top three months by score are October, May, April.
What is the worst time to visit Rhodes?
July is the lowest-scoring month (5/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 25–34°C (0 rainy days).
Is Rhodes too hot in summer?
3 months (July, August, September) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Rhodes?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in January and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Rhodes have good weather but fewer tourists?
April (climate 10/10, crowd index 19) and May (climate 10/10, crowd index 32) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Rhodes by month?
UV peaks at 10 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 2 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 2, Feb 3, Mar 4, Apr 6, May 7, Jun 9, Jul 10, Aug 9, Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 3, Dec 2. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Rhodes in July?
July is the peak UV month in Rhodes, with a daily-peak UV index of 10 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Rhodes on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. May is the worst case: typical days average UV 7 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: May, October, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Rhodes bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 5 months: March, May, June, July, August. The worst month is August with a typical-day mean of 12 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 16 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.