Best Time to Visit Greece
Greece
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May to June and September to October
Best Months
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July to August
Avoid
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July and August
Peak Season
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Islands, ruins and sailing
Ideal For
🌍 When to go to Greece
The shoulder seasons bring warm seas, sunshine and far fewer crowds than the August peak. Midsummer is hot and very busy on the islands, while winter is mild but many island services close down.
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