October · Greece
Best time to visit Ithaca in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ithaca in October
Average temperature 22°C, 45 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
8.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Ithaca scores 8.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ithaca is the Ionian island of Odysseus, with a deep sheltered harbour at Vathy and pine-covered coves.
October holds up well in Ithaca — 6th best month
With 22°C (72°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 45 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 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 Ithaca — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ithaca in October?
- In October, Ithaca averages 22°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Ithaca?
- October earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ithaca in October?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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