February · Greece
Best time to visit Thessaloniki in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Thessaloniki in February
Average temperature 8°C, 35 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
8.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Thessaloniki scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Thessaloniki layers Roman ruins, Byzantine churches and a seafront promenade on the Thermaic Gulf.
February holds up well in Thessaloniki — 5th best month
Expect 8°C (46°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 35 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Thessaloniki in February?
- In February, Thessaloniki averages 8°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Thessaloniki?
- February earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Thessaloniki in February?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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