Greek Winter Holiday
Escape the cloudy, rainy skies of winter and take in the winter sun in Greece — uncrowded sites, lower prices, surprising warmth.
Consider a Sunny Greek Holiday
There's no better time than wintertime to take a holiday. Escape the cloudy, rainy skies of the traditional UK winter by taking in the winter sun in Greece. Not only are the traditional archaeological sites much less crowded in the winter season — prices for accommodation, entertainment and travel are largely cut.
While there are rainy moments during the winter months, Greek holidays promise lots of sun
The average hours of sun per day in Greece during winter are between 3 and 5, and often more. Compared to UK's average of 1 to 3, the comparison is easy to see.
Snow and skiing
Aside from some northern areas of Greece experiencing snow and winter cold, much of Greece stays relatively warm and mostly sunny throughout winter. But for those who don't mind the cold and relish outdoor winter sports, Greece is an exceptional value when it comes to skiing. Areas such as Parnassos, Pelion, Vermio, Kalavryta and Metsovo have ski areas for getaways that rival the Swiss Alps at a fraction of the price.
Perfect Weather
The Greek islands of Crete and Rhodes stay mild and sunny throughout the winter. Even in December and January, daytime temperatures often hit 15–18°C and the sun shines on most days.
What to do
- Wander the Acropolis without queues.
- Soak in the thermal baths of Loutraki or Edipsos.
- Eat your way through Athens and Thessaloniki without the summer crowds.
- Ski Parnassos in the morning, eat in Arachova in the evening.
- Hike the spectacular gorges of Crete in cool, comfortable weather.
