Meteora
Monasteries built on top of sheer rock pillars for the very good reason that nobody could reach them, and still can’t quite believe it looking up from the road.
The best time to visit Meteora is Apr–May, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F). Local time there is 00:16 (UTC+3).
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The year at a glance
April · high 17°C · rain 70mm · 13.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Thessaloniki, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C51°F | 68mm2.7in | 9.6h9.6h | |
| February | 13°C55°F | 31mm1.2in | 10.6h10.6h | |
| March | 14°C58°F | 65mm2.6in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 17°C63°F | 70mm2.8in | 13.2h13.2h | in the recommended window |
| May | 23°C73°F | 50mm2.0in | 14.4h14.4h | in the recommended window |
| June | 28°C82°F | 40mm1.6in | 15.1h15.1h | |
| July | 31°C88°F | 27mm1.1in | 14.8h14.8h | |
| August | 31°C88°F | 21mm0.8in | 13.8h13.8h | |
| September | 27°C80°F | 47mm1.9in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 22°C71°F | 74mm2.9in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| November | 17°C63°F | 68mm2.7in | 9.9h9.9h | |
| December | 13°C56°F | 84mm3.3in | 9.3h9.3h |
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When is the best time to visit Meteora?
The best time to visit Meteora is Apr–May, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F).
How warm does Meteora get?
Typical daytime highs in Meteora are Mar–May 18°C (65°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (86°F), Sep–Nov 22°C (72°F), Dec–Feb 12°C (54°F).
Is Meteora expensive?
On the ground, Meteora is cheap.
What sort of trip is Meteora good for?
Meteora is good for history and culture, bucket-list trips, nature and scenery, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Meteora?
The wettest month in Meteora is December at 84mm (3.3in), the driest August at 21mm (0.8in), with a monthly average of 54mm (2.1in).
What plug do I need for Meteora?
Meteora uses type C, F sockets at 230 V.
