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Located in the western Aegean as part of the Northern Sporades off the coast of Thessaly. Skiathos is a small, densely forested island with over 60 beaches, including the famous Koukounaries. The lively harbor town offers good nightlife, and the island can be easily explored by bus or boat.

What awaits you

BeachActiveNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 28°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 28°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October, November — a pleasant 22°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (14°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
13°
Jan
14°
Feb
14°
Mar
17°
Apr
19°
May
25°
Jun
28°
Jul
28°
Aug
25°
Sep
22°
Oct
18°
Nov
15°
Dec
Water temperature
16°
Jan
16°
Feb
15°
Mar
17°
Apr
19°
May
24°
Jun
28°
Jul
28°
Aug
26°
Sep
23°
Oct
20°
Nov
17°
Dec
Sunshine hours
7h
Jan
8h
Feb
9h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
7h
Nov
7h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
9d
Feb
9d
Mar
5d
Apr
6d
May
2d
Jun
1d
Jul
3d
Aug
7d
Sep
3d
Oct
6d
Nov
10d
Dec

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Skiathos as a Vacation Destination

Skiathos is an excellent choice for beach holidays, 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 28°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 28°C.

Good to know

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Local languages
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Camping
Tent