Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Naxos in October
Naxos cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 77°F in September, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain.
It scores 91/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (43 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 71°F (22°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 67°F (20°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 1.7 in (43 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 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.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 74% in September.
- Comfort slips from 97/100 in September to 91/100.
- October sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Naxos in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Portara
Giant marble doorway of an unfinished 6th-century BC temple at the harbor.
Apiranthos
Marble-paved mountain village with small museums and cafés.
Vallindras Distillery
Family distillery in Halki making kitron liqueur since 1896.
Mount Zas
Hike to the highest peak in the Cyclades, past the cave of Zeus.
Why now October scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Taverna Axiotissa
Country taverna cooking Naxian meats, cheeses and vegetables.
Nearby in October
- Mykonos in October~24 mi · highs 70°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santorini in October~49 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in October~109 mi · highs 74°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in October~124 mi · highs 79°F, 2.0 in rain · 5°C (8°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.
Naxos in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Naxos?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 91/100 against a best of 98 in April – September. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain. October is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Naxos in October?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Naxos in October?
Not much: about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.1 in (484 mm).
What should I pack for Naxos in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in October
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Naxos in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.