Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Naxos in September
Naxos cools off: highs slip to 77°F (25°C), from 80°F in August, with lows of 72°F (22°C) and about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (17 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 25%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What September feels like
Warm afternoons near 77°F (25°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (17 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 25%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around September
September is one of Naxos's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: October brings 1.7 in (43 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 91/100.
- Comfort holds steady from August (96 → 97/100).
- September sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes77°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Naxos in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Agios Prokopios Beach
Long sandy beach with calm, clear water and tavernas behind it.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Plaka Beach
Miles of soft sand and shallow water south of town.
Why now September scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mount Zas
Hike to the highest peak in the Cyclades, past the cave of Zeus.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Temple of Demeter
Restored marble temple from the 6th century BC among farmland near Sangri.
Naxos Kastro
Venetian castle quarter of arched lanes at the top of Chora.
Nearby in September
- Mykonos in September~24 mi · highs 75°F, 0.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in September~49 mi · highs 76°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in September~109 mi · highs 83°F, 1.1 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in September~124 mi · highs 92°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (15°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Naxos?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain. September is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Naxos in September?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Naxos in September?
Not much: about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.1 in (484 mm).
What should I pack for Naxos in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (77°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in September
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Naxos in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.