Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Mykonos in October
Mykonos cools off: highs slip to 70°F (21°C), from 75°F in September, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
It scores 89/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (46 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 67°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
About 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's October.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.3 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – September).
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 65°F.
- Comfort slips from 95/100 in September to 89/100.
- October sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 70°F
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Mykonos in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cerise Bar
Waterfront cocktail bar in Little Venice below the windmills, tables at the water's edge; on the old Caprice site.
Why now October scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Delos
Uninhabited island with ruins of a major ancient sanctuary, 30 minutes by boat.
Kato Mili
Row of windmills on a ridge above Little Venice.
Kiki's Tavern
Grill above Agios Sostis beach with no electricity, no reservations and big salads.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 1.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Armenistis Lighthouse
1891 lighthouse on the northwest cape with wide views of Tinos.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Naxos in October~24 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santorini in October~73 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in October~95 mi · highs 74°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in October~117 mi · highs 79°F, 2.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Mykonos in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Mykonos?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 89/100 against a best of 95 in April – September. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain. October is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Mykonos in October?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mykonos in October?
Not much: about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.6 in (523 mm).
What should I pack for Mykonos in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 70°F), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in October
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Mykonos in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.