Climate guide for Milos, Greece

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About Milos

Milos is a breathtaking Cycladic island formed by ancient volcanic activity, famous for its otherworldly white rock coastline at Sarakiniko, hidden Kleftiko pirate sea caves, and over 70 distinct beaches.

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Travel Tips

01Sarakiniko Early Morning
Visit Sarakiniko white rocks at sunrise to experience the lunar landscape without crowds and capture golden light reflection.
02Kleftiko Boat Tour
Book a full-day sailboat cruise around Milos island to swim inside Kleftiko pirate caves only accessible by water.
03Renting an ATV or 4x4
Rent an ATV or 4x4 vehicle to comfortably reach unpaved western beaches like Triades and Agathia.

Things to do in Milos

Milos, Greece. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

When to visit Milos: the short answer

Plan Milos for June, with July, August close behind — the stretch with the most usable temperatures and the fewest lost days to rain: June averages 24°C with 6 mm of rain and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are January, December.

Across the year Milos swings from 14°C in February to 27°C in August, a 12-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 2 mm in July to 72 mm in December. In short, Milos is not equally good year-round — the gap between its best and worst month is 7.3 points on the same 10-point scale.

Warmest month: August (27°C). Coolest: February (14°C). Driest: July (2 mm). Wettest: December (72 mm).

Milos month by month

January in Milos — off-season conditions

Hardest · 2.5/10

Temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

Budget for roughly 68 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 2.5/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Milos — 7.3 points higher on the same scale.

February in Milos: expect compromises

Hardest · 3.9/10

Temperatures hover around 14°C (57°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

With around 43 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.

That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Milos — 5.9 points higher on the same scale.

March in Milos — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 5.7/10

March averages 15°C (59°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Expect 31 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 daylight hours.

It scores 5.7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

Flexible dates? June scores 4.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

April in Milos: strong conditions, 7th of 12

Good · 7/10

Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

With around 26 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.

That is 7/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Milos — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.

May holds up well in Milos — 5th best month

Good · 8.1/10

May averages 19°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 16 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 daylight hours.

It scores 8.1/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

Flexible dates? June scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

June in Milos — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.8/10

With 24°C (75°F) on average, June delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.

At just 6 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.5 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Milos at 9.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

July ranks 2nd of 12 for Milos — one of the best windows

Best window · 9.8/10

Days in July average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

At just 2 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Milos at 9.8/10 (2nd of 12), just behind June at 9.8/10.

Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

August in Milos — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)

Best window · 9.8/10

August averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 76%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rain is a non-issue at 5 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Milos (3rd of 12); only June scores higher, at 9.8/10.

Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

September is one of the strongest months in Milos (4th)

Best window · 9.8/10

September averages 25°C (76°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 11 mm for the month, with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Milos (4th of 12); only June scores higher, at 9.8/10.

Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

October holds up well in Milos — 6th best month

Good · 7.9/10

With 22°C (71°F) on average, October delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.

With around 38 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight fill the rest.

That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Milos — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.

November in Milos — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 5.4/10

With 19°C (67°F) on average, November delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.

Budget for roughly 48 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Milos — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.

December in Milos: expect compromises

Hardest · 3/10

December averages 17°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rainfall runs 72 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.5 hours of daylight.

It scores 3/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

Flexible dates? June scores 6.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Milos, Greece?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Milos are June, July, August, September. June is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.8/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
What is the weather like in Milos year-round?
Milos has a climate profile suited to beach and coastal travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 14°C in February to 27°C in August, with Ideal Weather scores between 2.5 and 9.8 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Milos?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Milos are January (2.5/10), December (3.0/10), February (3.9/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
When is the rainy season in Milos?
December is the wettest month in Milos, averaging about 72 mm of rainfall. July is the driest, at roughly 2 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Milos?
May sees the most sun in Milos, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Milos a good destination for beach and coastal travel?
Milos is well suited to beach and coastal travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (June, July, August, September) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Milos calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Milos: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine - weighted for beach and coastal travel.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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