Climate Insights for Gaïtánion

Nomós Zakýnthou, Ionian Islands, Greece

Hottest
August
27°C peak
Coldest
January
12°C low
Wettest
November
225mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gaïtánion is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 996mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 225mm of rainfall. Gaïtánion is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 14° Average: 13° Min: 12° Feb Max: 14° Average: 13° Min: 12° Mar Max: 15° Average: 14° Min: 13° Apr Max: 17° Average: 16° Min: 15° May Max: 20° Average: 19° Min: 18° Jun Max: 24° Average: 23° Min: 22° Jul Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Aug Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 23° Oct Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Nov Max: 19° Average: 18° Min: 17° Dec Max: 16° Average: 15° Min: 14°
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Average
Min

Gaïtánion sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 187mm Feb Precipitation: 81mm Mar Precipitation: 90mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm May Precipitation: 21mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Sep Precipitation: 70mm Oct Precipitation: 110mm Nov Precipitation: 225mm Dec Precipitation: 148mm
Precipitation

Gaïtánion is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 996mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 225mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8mm. That's 217mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 31km/h Feb Wind Speed: 29km/h Mar Wind Speed: 27km/h Apr Wind Speed: 25km/h May Wind Speed: 24km/h Jun Wind Speed: 24km/h Jul Wind Speed: 26km/h Aug Wind Speed: 25km/h Sep Wind Speed: 24km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 28km/h Dec Wind Speed: 28km/h
Wind Speed

Gaïtánion is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 26km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 31km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 8km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 29km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 25km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gaïtánion, which began on March 20, 2026. Gaïtánion is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 405mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are moderate at around 25km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 417mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 13°
Feb 13°
Mar 14°
Apr 16°
May 19°
Jun 23°
Jul 26°
Aug 27°
Sep 24°
Oct 21°
Nov 18°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Gaïtánion is during April, May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 35mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 12°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gaïtánion based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C
14 °C
31 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Feb
12 °C
14 °C
29 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
13 °C
15 °C
27 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
17 °C
25 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
20 °C
24 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
24 °C
24 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
26 °C
26 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
27 °C
25 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
25 °C
24 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
22 °C
23 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
19 °C
28 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
16 °C
28 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
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