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Karpathos lies between Crete and Rhodes and preserves living traditions with costumes and dialect in the mountain village of Olympos. The island offers excellent windsurfing, unspoiled beaches, and spectacular mountain hikes.

What awaits you

BeachHikingActiveNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

June–September: up to 30°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 27°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October, November — a pleasant 24°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 17°C.

Max. temperature
16°
Jan
16°
Feb
17°
Mar
20°
Apr
23°
May
28°
Jun
30°
Jul
30°
Aug
28°
Sep
24°
Oct
21°
Nov
18°
Dec
Water temperature
19°
Jan
18°
Feb
17°
Mar
18°
Apr
20°
May
24°
Jun
26°
Jul
27°
Aug
27°
Sep
25°
Oct
23°
Nov
20°
Dec
Sunshine hours
8h
Jan
9h
Feb
10h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
10h
Oct
9h
Nov
8h
Dec
Rain days
10d
Jan
6d
Feb
7d
Mar
3d
Apr
6d
May
1d
Jun
0d
Jul
1d
Aug
1d
Sep
1d
Oct
4d
Nov
8d
Dec

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Karpathos as a Vacation Destination

Karpathos is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, active holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 30°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 27°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
EL
Camping
Tent