October weather forecast
Thessaloniki, Greece

A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece
A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece

October

Weather in October

October brings a significant change in the weather of Thessaloniki. From the high heat of summer, temperatures drop down to a more comfortable 20.3°C (68.5°F). The landscape starts blushing in shades of red and orange revealing a picturesque view of the city. The cool and crisp autumn winds, along with the shorter days and longer evenings, add a pleasant charm to the city’s ambience.

Temperature

Transition into October in Thessaloniki marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F) in September to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F). In the month of October, the temperature in Thessaloniki generally rests at an average low of 13°C (55.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Thessaloniki is 67%.

Rainfall

In Thessaloniki, during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Thessaloniki, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 436mm (17.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Thessaloniki, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In Thessaloniki, the average seawater temperature in October is 21°C (69.8°F).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 21°C (69.8°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Thessaloniki is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 19:10 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 17:25 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thessaloniki in October?
The average high-temperature, in October, in Thessaloniki, is 20.3°C (68.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, Greece, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.
How many days does it rain in October in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, Greece, during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Thessaloniki?
April through October are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in Thessaloniki in October?
In Thessaloniki, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.
What is the sea water temperature in October in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, Greece, the average seawater temperature in October is 21°C (69.8°F). Swimming in 21°C (69.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Thessaloniki have in October?
In Thessaloniki, Greece, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Thessaloniki?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 19:10 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 17:25 EET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Thessaloniki?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Thessaloniki, Greece, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average temperature in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average high temperature in October: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average pressure in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average pressure in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average wind speed in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average humidity in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average rainfall in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall in October: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (20mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average rainfall days in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average snowfall in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average snowfall days in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average sea temperature in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in October: 21°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.3°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average sunshine days in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average UV index in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average cloud cover in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October - Thessaloniki, Greece
Average visibility in October
Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

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