Climate Insights for Katerini
Pieria Regional Unit, Macedonia and Thrace, Greece
Climate Overview
The climate in Katerini is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,092 mm of precipitation falls per year. Katerini receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Katerini 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 3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Katerini is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 43 in of precipitation falls per year. Katerini receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Katerini 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 38°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 21in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Katerini vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Katerini vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 43°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Katerini is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,092 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 147 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 51 mm. That's 95 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Katerini is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.8 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 in. That's 3.7 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 21in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Katerini is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Katerini is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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 Katerini is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Katerini is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 38°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Katerini 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 Katerini 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.