Best time to visit · Corfu · Greece
The best time to visit Corfu
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best times to visit Corfu are May, June and September, when it is warm and sunny, the sea is pleasant and the island is less crowded than in July and August. Spring is the greenest season, with wildflowers and Orthodox Easter, while September offers the warmest sea. From November to March many hotels and tavernas outside Corfu Town close and it rains often.
Key facts
- Best months
- May–June and September
- Shoulder season
- April, July–August and October
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 32°C (90°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 14°C (57°F))
- Rainiest month
- December (~13 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- November–March
Seasons
Corfu has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild but wet winters; it is one of the rainiest parts of Greece, which keeps it green. July and August regularly exceed 30 °C, while the sea stays warm well into October.
March–May
Spring
Green hills and wildflowers, Orthodox Easter in Corfu Town and comfortable walking weather; the sea is cool until late May.
June–August
Summer
Hot, dry and reliably sunny with warm seas; July and August are crowded and expensive.
September–November
Autumn
Warm sea and fewer visitors in September and early October, then rain and closures in November.
December–February
Winter
Mild but wet, with most resort accommodation closed; Corfu Town remains open and quiet.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 5°C | 11 | 15°C | 9.7 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| February | 15°C | 6°C | 10 | 14°C | 10.6 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| March | 17°C | 7°C | 9 | 15°C | 11.8 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| April | 20°C | 9°C | 8 | 16°C | 13.2 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 25°C | 13°C | 5 | 19°C | 14.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 29°C | 17°C | 3 | 23°C | 15 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| July | 32°C | 19°C | 1 | 25°C | 14.7 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| August | 32°C | 20°C | 2 | 26°C | 13.7 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| September | 28°C | 17°C | 5 | 24°C | 12.4 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| October | 23°C | 13°C | 8 | 22°C | 11.1 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| November | 19°C | 10°C | 12 | 19°C | 9.9 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| December | 15°C | 7°C | 13 | 17°C | 9.4 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| February | Corfu Carnival parade (February or March, depending on Orthodox Easter) |
| March | Greek Independence Day parades (25 March) |
| April | Orthodox Easter — processions and the throwing of clay pots from balconies on Holy Saturday (April or May) |
| May | Anniversary of the Union of the Ionian Islands with Greece (21 May) |
| July | Cricket matches on the Spianada (summer weekends) |
| August | Litany of Saint Spyridon procession in Corfu Town (11 August); Assumption Day festivals in villages (15 August) |
| October | Ochi Day parades (28 October) |
| November | Litany of Saint Spyridon procession (first Sunday of November) |
| December | Christmas celebrations in Corfu Town; Feast of Saint Spyridon (12 December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in November–March, and the sights are quietest in November–March.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Corfu?
The best times to visit Corfu are May, June and September, when it is warm and sunny, the sea is pleasant and the island is less crowded than in July and August. Spring is the greenest season, with wildflowers and Orthodox Easter, while September offers the warmest sea. From November to March many hotels and tavernas outside Corfu Town close and it rains often.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Corfu?
Usually in November–March. Mild but wet and quiet; most resort hotels and beach tavernas are closed, while Corfu Town stays open.
+What is the rainiest month in Corfu?
December, with about 13 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Corfu get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).