Climate Insights for Karditsa
Karditsa Regional Unit, Thessaly and Central Greece, Greece
Climate Overview
The climate in Karditsa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,000 mm of precipitation falls per year. Karditsa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Karditsa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Karditsa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 39.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Karditsa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Karditsa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Karditsa vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Karditsa vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 41°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Karditsa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,000 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 137 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 31 mm. That's 106 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.Karditsa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.2 in. That's 4.2 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Karditsa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Karditsa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Karditsa is during May, June and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 62 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Karditsa is during May, June and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 91°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 33°F. 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 Karditsa 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Karditsa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.