Tinos weather by month: temperatures, sea and wind
A windy Cycladic island: a table for every month, when the wind is strongest and when the sea is warmest.
- Figures from neighbouring Mykonos: 27–28°C in July–August, sea at 24°C.
- In July–August the meltemi blows, and southern beaches are more sheltered.
- September–October: warm sea and less wind.
If you plan Tinos in summer, leave a buffer between your ferry and flight because of the wind, and book early around 15 August.
Tinos weather by month
Tinos itself has no climate table in the standard sources, but neighbouring Mykonos is a short sail away and the weather on the two islands is very similar. The table below therefore uses Climates to Travel's Mykonos figures. The mountain villages of Tinos, such as Pyrgos or Volax, may be slightly cooler.
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Sea °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9 | 13 | 100 | 10 | 16 |
| February | 9 | 13 | 70 | 8 | 16 |
| March | 11 | 15 | 60 | 7 | 15 |
| April | 13 | 18 | 25 | 5 | 16 |
| May | 17 | 22 | 15 | 3 | 18 |
| June | 21 | 27 | 5 | 1 | 22 |
| July | 23 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| August | 23 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| September | 21 | 26 | 10 | 2 | 23 |
| October | 18 | 22 | 45 | 5 | 21 |
| November | 14 | 18 | 65 | 6 | 19 |
| December | 11 | 14 | 100 | 10 | 17 |
Source: Climates to Travel (Mykonos). These are averages, not a forecast.
The wind: the key thing to know about Tinos
Tinos is known as one of the windiest islands in the Cyclades. In July and August the meltemi blows from the north and is sometimes strong enough to disrupt sailings. On those days pick a beach on the more sheltered south side and leave a buffer before your flight home. Ferry details are in our guide to the ferry from Rafina to Andros and Tinos.
When to visit Tinos
- May–June: 22–27°C by day, the sea warming up (18–22°C), less wind and fewer visitors.
- July–August: the hottest, no rain, the sea at its warmest (24°C), but strong wind and more crowds.
- September–October: the sea is still warm (21–23°C), the meltemi eases, a great time for walking between villages.
- November–March: 13–18°C by day, wetter, and some hotels and restaurants close.
The 15 August festival
Tinos is a major Orthodox pilgrimage centre, and in mid-August thousands come for the feast at the Church of Panagia Evangelistria. If you are not coming for the festival, expect ferries and hotels to be very full then, and book early or choose other dates.
More on Tinos
- Full island guides: Tinos island guide and things to do in Tinos.
- Compare with the neighbour: Mykonos weather by month.
- Weather across Greece by month: our weather page.
- Tinos has no kosher restaurant or Chabad house. For kosher food and Shabbat on the islands see Shabbat in Greece.
FAQ
What is the weather like in Tinos in October? Pleasant: about 22°C by day and 18°C at night, the sea around 21°C, and about 5 rain days.
Is Tinos very windy? Yes, especially in July–August when the meltemi blows from the north. Beaches in the south are more sheltered.
When is the sea warmest in Tinos? In July and August, about 24°C, and still around 23°C in September.
Is Tinos worth visiting in winter? Only if you want quiet: about 13–14°C by day, more rain, and some businesses closed.
