The Weather in greek
From May through October, Greece is great for sailing, swimming, and suntannig! That's mostly what you need to know, but for those of you who like to be more specific, here's some more information.Sailing season The sailing season goes from April into early November. As a general rule, the wind strength increases during this period. At least, it's fair to say that the wind will blow more forcefully from July- October than in the period April-June.
The conditions vary significally in the different regions. The Saronic Gulf and Lonian Isles are ideal for smooth sailing, while the Cycladic and Dodecanses are more suitable for crews who enjoy a somewhat more challenging trip.The meltemi
Meltemi is the Greek name for the strong, northerly. Wind that often occurs in these waters. You're most likely to encounter it around the Cycladic and Dodecanese Isles in July and August. One it has started, it usually blows from 3-5 days, reaching a strength of 6-8 on the Beaufort scale. It will often die down at nightfall, and return at down. It is a warm wind, usually blowing out of a sunny sky. A sporting crew will find it excellent as long as you're not going right up North, while others may find the more sheltered waters of the saronic Gulf more tempting. It's a matter of preferences.