Best Time to Hike Samaria Gorge Trail
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Samaria Gorge Trail, Greece, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Samaria Gorge Trail
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.2°C / 45°F | 1.2°C / 34°F | 169 mm | 16 |
| February | 5.5°C / 42°F | -0.3°C / 31°F | 145 mm | 17 |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2.8°C / 37°F | 77 mm | 11 |
| April | 13.4°C / 56°F | 5.5°C / 42°F | 74 mm | 11 |
| May | 17.7°C / 64°F | 9.7°C / 49°F | 94 mm | 12 |
| June | 23.9°C / 75°F | 16.2°C / 61°F | 4 mm | 2 |
| July | 25.5°C / 78°F | 17.1°C / 63°F | 1 mm | 1 |
| August | 24.4°C / 76°F | 16.2°C / 61°F | 8 mm | 4 |
| September | 20.7°C / 69°F | 12.7°C / 55°F | 27 mm | 4 |
| October | 16.3°C / 61°F | 8.3°C / 47°F | 36 mm | 7 |
| November | 11.8°C / 53°F | 5.3°C / 42°F | 44 mm | 10 |
| December | 7.9°C / 46°F | 2.2°C / 36°F | 174 mm | 17 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Samaria Gorge Trail are June, July, August, September, October. Expect daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and nights near 14°C (57°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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