October · Greece
Best time to visit Chios in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chios in October
Average temperature 19°C, 50 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Chios scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 50 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chios is the Aegean island of mastic villages, citrus estates and the UNESCO-listed Nea Moni monastery.
October holds up well in Chios — 6th best month
With 19°C (67°F) on average, October delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
Budget for roughly 50 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Chios — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chios in October?
- In October, Chios averages 19°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Chios?
- October earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chios in October?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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