Naxos in November
Good time to visit
November marks the start of the quiet season with pleasant but unpredictable weather. You'll find authentic island life returning as the tourist infrastructure winds down.
Weather
November brings cooler temperatures and the return of regular rainfall. Expect about 7 rainy days with temperatures in the late teens to low twenties. The sea cools to 18°C - too chilly for most swimmers.
20°C high14°C low7 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$60/day average
Events & Festivals
- •All Saints Day (November 1)
- •St. Andrew Day (November 30)
November Tips
- •Many tourist services start closing - check opening hours for attractions
- •Great month for cultural tourism - museums and historical sites are uncrowded
- •Ferry schedules reduce significantly - plan connections carefully
All Months
May and October offer the sweet spot - warm enough for swimming, cool enough for hiking, and hotel prices drop by 40% compared to peak summer. Water temperature hits 20°C by May and stays swimmable through October.
June through September brings guaranteed sunshine but also crowds and higher prices. July and August see temperatures reaching 35°C, and the meltemi winds can make beach days challenging. But this is also when everything stays open late and the island buzzes with energy.
Winter shuts down most tourist infrastructure, but locals say January and February offer the most dramatic scenery with stormy seas and snow-capped mountains. Only a few tavernas stay open, and ferry schedules get reduced to 2-3 times per week.
April can be hit or miss - some years bring perfect 25°C days, others stay cool and windy. Easter celebrations make it worth the gamble if you don't mind potentially chilly beach weather.
Naxos Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
9/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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