Corfu weather by month: heat, rain and sea temperature
A month-by-month weather table for Corfu, what to expect in September and November, and when the sea is warmest.
- June to mid-September: hot summer, sea 22–26°C.
- September already has about 5 rain days; November–December are wettest.
- Corfu is wetter and greener than most Greek islands.
If you are choosing when to fly to Corfu, June and September give a warm sea with fewer crowds. In autumn, plan something for rainy days too.
Corfu weather by month
Corfu is greener than most Greek islands because it gets much more rain, mainly in autumn and winter. The table shows long-term averages from Climates to Travel (temperatures 1991–2020), rounded to whole degrees.
| Month | Min | Max | Rain days | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5° | 14° | 8 | 15° |
| February | 6° | 14° | 8 | 14° |
| March | 8° | 17° | 7 | 14° |
| April | 10° | 20° | 8 | 16° |
| May | 14° | 24° | 4 | 18° |
| June | 18° | 29° | 2 | 22° |
| July | 20° | 32° | 1 | 24° |
| August | 21° | 33° | 2 | 26° |
| September | 18° | 28° | 5 | 24° |
| October | 14° | 24° | 7 | 22° |
| November | 10° | 19° | 10 | 19° |
| December | 7° | 15° | 12 | 16° |
Corfu in September
September is pleasant: 18–28°C and a still-warm sea (about 25°C). It is also when the rain returns: about 5 rain days on average, sometimes short thunderstorms. If you fly in September, plan a backup day for the old town or a museum.
Corfu in May and June
May is good for walking: 14–25°C and about 4 rain days, but the sea is still cool (about 19°C). June is already summer: 18–29°C, sea about 22°C and very little rain. Great for families before the July–August crowds.
Corfu in November and winter
November and December are the wettest months: 10–12 rain days and heavy rainfall. 7–19°C. Most beach hotels are closed, but Corfu Town is active all year.
When is the best time to visit Corfu?
- Beaches: June to mid-September.
- Walking and nature: May and October (October is wetter, about 7 rain days).
- Hottest: July–August, up to about 33°C.
More on the island: Corfu guide, Corfu's best beaches and Greece weather by month.
Why is Corfu greener than the rest of Greece?
Corfu is one of the wettest places in Greece, with about 1,010 mm of rain a year, mostly between October and April. That is why it is so green, with olive groves and cypresses. Summer is almost dry, but in autumn and winter plan for a rainy day or two and mix in museums and the Old Town.
FAQ
What is the weather like in Corfu in September? On average 18–28°C, sea about 25°C, and about 5 rain days in the month.
What is the weather like in Corfu in November? 10–19°C and about 10 rain days. It is one of the wettest months of the year.
Is the sea warm in Corfu in May? Still cool, about 19°C on average. It warms up in June (about 22°C).
Why is Corfu so green? Because it gets a lot of rain: about 1,000 mm a year, much more than Athens.
