Early winter · Weather & things to do
Naxos in December
Naxos cools off: highs slip to 60°F (16°C), from 65°F in November, with lows of 56°F (14°C) and about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 73/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (85 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What December feels like
Highs near 60°F (16°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 56°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (85 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.8 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 28 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (December – February), which brings about 10.3 in (262 mm) in total.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 28 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in November to 73/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 56°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Naxos in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Apiranthos
Marble-paved mountain village with small museums and cafés.
Naxos Kastro
Venetian castle quarter of arched lanes at the top of Chora.
Vallindras Distillery
Family distillery in Halki making kitron liqueur since 1896.
Taverna Axiotissa
Country taverna cooking Naxian meats, cheeses and vegetables.
Plaka Beach
Miles of soft sand and shallow water south of town.
Why now December scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in December
- Mykonos in December~24 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santorini in December~49 mi · highs 60°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in December~109 mi · highs 57°F, 3.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in December~124 mi · highs 57°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Naxos in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Naxos?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 73/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Naxos in December?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 56°F (14°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Naxos in December?
Some: about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.1 in (484 mm).
What should I pack for Naxos in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 56°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Naxos in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.