Lefkada by month: the season and the weather from April to October
A monthly table of Lefkada's weather and sea, and what to expect in each part of the season.
- Lefkada's season runs roughly from May to October.
- June and September are the most balanced months: hot, a warm sea and fewer crowds.
- April and October bring more rain, and the sea is still cold in April.
For a beach holiday aim for June or September. April–May suit nature and villages, and by late October most businesses have closed.
When is the season in Lefkada?
The tourist season in Lefkada runs roughly from May to October, when most hotels, tavernas and beach boat trips operate. Outside the season the island is very quiet and most beach businesses close. The table shows 1991–2020 averages from Climates to Travel.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain days | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April | 19.1°C | 10.9°C | 8 | 16.0°C |
| May | 23.4°C | 14.7°C | 6 | 18.9°C |
| June | 27.6°C | 18.5°C | 3 | 22.5°C |
| July | 30.0°C | 20.7°C | 1 | 24.9°C |
| August | 31.0°C | 21.4°C | 2 | 26.2°C |
| September | 27.2°C | 18.5°C | 4 | 25.1°C |
| October | 23.4°C | 15.4°C | 8 | 22.7°C |
| November | 18.7°C | 11.5°C | 11 | 19.8°C |
Lefkada in April and May
April is pleasant for walking (about 19°C) but the sea is still cold (about 16°C), with 8 rainy days on average. By May it warms to about 23°C, the sea reaches about 19°C and the island is green. Good for driving trips, mountain villages and empty beaches if you don't need warm water.
Lefkada in June and September
The most balanced months: hot (27–28°C), a 22–25°C sea and little rain. In September the sea is at its warmest and famous beaches such as Porto Katsiki and Egremni are less crowded than in August. See our guide to Lefkada's best beaches.
Lefkada in July and August
Peak season: about 30–31°C, a 25–26°C sea and almost no rain. Parking at the popular beaches fills early and prices are high. Go to the beach in the morning and book accommodation ahead.
Lefkada in October
You can still swim in October (sea about 22.7°C), but rainy days rise to about 8 and many businesses close during the month. The first two weeks are quiet and pleasant; by the end of the month the season is over.
Getting to Lefkada out of season
The island is linked to the mainland by a bridge, and the nearest airport is Aktion (Preveza). In summer there are seasonal flights from Tel Aviv to Preveza; the rest of the year you fly to Athens and continue by car (about 4–5 hours) or a domestic flight. Details in our guide to flights to Preveza and Lefkada and on the Lefkada page.
FAQ
What is the weather like in Lefkada in September? Hot and comfortable: about 27°C by day, a sea of about 25°C and 4 rainy days on average.
Is April a good time to visit Lefkada? For nature and villages yes, but the sea is still cold (about 16°C) and most beach services have not opened yet.
Until when can you swim in Lefkada? Usually until mid-October. The sea averages about 22.7°C in October.
What is the rainiest month in Lefkada? December, with about 13 rainy days on average.
